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Giant spiral lady's tresses

Spiranthes longilabris Lindl.

Description:

Orchidaceae (Orchid Family) USDA Symbol: SPLO2 USDA Native Status: Native to U.S. http://plants.usda.gov/java/profile?symb... http://www.wildflower.org/gallery/result...

Habitat:

Sand-hills

Notes:

A tincture of the root is used as a homeopathic remedy. It is used in the treatment of skin affections, ,pain in the kidneys and eye complaints.

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Florida, USA

Lat: 27.66, Long: -81.52

Spotted on Sep 28, 2011
Submitted on Sep 29, 2011

Spotted for mission

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