Woods are the habitat of the Elfin Spur Orchid (Tipularia discolor).
Specifically, this wild orchid fluorishes in the soils of damp woods. It likes the readily available moisture and rich nutrients that characterize such soils. It also prefers the filtered shade of such canopied environments.
East of the Mississippi River is the range of the Elfin Spur Orchid (Tipularia discolor).Specifically, the wild orchid ranges as far northeast as Massachusetts. It may be found growing as far southeastward as Florida. It extends northwestward to Michigan and southwestward to and across the Mississippi River into Texas.
July to September is the bloom time of the Elfin Spur Orchid (Tipularia discolor).Specifically, this wild orchid flowers from mid-summer into early autumn. It is easy to miss because of its wildly varying height. Additionally, its colors may harmonize with its rustic surroundings.
Eight inches to two feet (20.32 - 60.96 centimeters) is the mature size of the Elfin Spur Orchid (Tipularia discolor).Specifically, the wild orchid in question can be unpredictable in its mature height. But whether it reaches the lower or upper limits of its mature size, the plant always keeps the elegantly sleek look of its stem. The orchid sports delicately threadlike flowers at the top of a leafless stem.
Moist, nutrient rich land is the habitat of the Little Club-spur Orchid (Habenaria clavellata).Specifically, this wild orchid demands moisture and nutrients. It particularly finds both needs met when it grows in moist thickets and woods. But it also handles similar soil situations in bogs, meadows and swamps.
Tipularia discolor is the scientific, Latin or binomial name of the Elfin Spur Orchid.Specifically, a scientific name has at least two parts. The first word identifies the plant's genus as orchids whose blooms call to mind craneflies, Tipularia. The second word identifies the plant's species as cranefly orchids having a two-colored winter leaf, discolor. The name also may be linked with the Cranefly Orchid, which is another popular common name.
Cranefly orchid is the common name of Tipularia discolor.Specifically, the common name honors the insect-like impression that the spreading threadlike parts of the wild orchid's delicate flowers gives. Indeed, the flowers give the appearance of swarming, little purple insects. Another common name is Elfin Spur.
Open, moist spaces that are not waterlogged is the habitat of the Rose Orchid (Cleistes divaricata).Specifically, the orchid favors meadows and savannahs. But it also may be found in open woods. Another favorite location are swamps.
Open, moist spaces that are not waterlogged is the habitat of the Rosebud Orchid (Cleistes divaricata).Specifically, the orchid favors meadows and savannahs. But it also may be found in open woods. Another favorite location are swamps.
Wet open land is the habitat of the Soldier's Plume Orchid (Habenaria psychodes).Specifically, this wild orchid handles moist soils. It prefers the moister meadows and pastures. But it thrives in swamps and woods too.
Woodlands are the preferred habitat of the Round-leaved Orchid (Habenaria orbiculata).Specifically, the orchid handles either dry or moist woodlands. As is the case with many plants, it does not like waterlogged soil. But it can handle bogs and swamps.
June to September is the bloom time of the Little Club-spur Orchid (Habenaria clavellata).Specifically, this wild orchid blooms from early summer into early fall. It fades into the environmental greenness of its grassy and woodsy habitats. It has beautiful blooms and body parts that just get lost in the competitive vegetative world of filtered light and shade.
Four inches to one foot (10.16 - 30.48 centimeters) is the mature size of the Little Club-spur Orchid (Habenaria clavellata).Specifically, this wild orchid can vary widely in its mature height. It is easy to miss because of colors that blend with its grassy and woodsy habitats. Additionally, it is a diminutive plant with dainty blooms and sparse foliage.