Spring Ladies' Tresses

Spiranthes vernalis

Spiranthes vernalis Ladies' Tresses Spiranthes vernalis Ladies' Tresses

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Spiranthes vernalis Ladies' Tresses Spiranthes vernalis Ladies' Tresses

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Spiranthes vernalis Ladies' Tresses Spiranthes vernalis Ladies' Tresses



Ladies' Tresses are a member of the Orchid family. Note the spiral arrangement of the flowers, to which the Spiranthes in the scientific name refers. These plants were photographed near Shipyard Road, in South Mobile County, Alabama, in May.

Orchidaceae - Orchid family


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