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Search Term(s): Monotropa uniflora   (1 record found)

ERICACEAE
Heath Family
Monotropa uniflora  (ghost flower)   
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Synonym
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Carex Section
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Meaning of Scientific Name
Monotropa: one turn, once turned; uniflora: single flowered
Native Plant
Yes
Life Form
Perennial Herb
Phenology (Flowering Period)
June-July
Physiographic Province
☑ Piedmont
☑ Coastal Plain

County Distribution
☑ New Castle
☑ Kent
☑ Sussex

Habitat
Moist woodlands
State Status
Common
Piedmont Status
Common
Coastal Plain Status
Common
Global Rank
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Federal Status
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Geographic Affinity
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Species at Limit of Distribution
☐ Northern
☐ Southern

North American Distribution (Non-indigenous Species)
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Coefficient of Conservatism
5
Invasive
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Invasive Watchlist
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Global Origin (Non-native Species)
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Wildlife Values
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Medicinal Properties
Parts used: Root, Above-ground parts. Used internally as a tea or tincture for pain, especially for people with a low pain threshold, spasmodic headaches, sciatica, neuralgia, nervousness, and cold and feverish states. Juice used topically for wounds, sores, and warts.
ID Notes
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Additional Info
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Habitats in which this plant occurs
Forest Interior (Upland Piedmont)
Forest Interior (Upland Coastal Plain)
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