About Spiranthes brevilabris Lindl.
Species Nomenclature and Height
Spiranthes brevilabris Lindl. is an orchid species that grows 7–40 cm tall.
Basal Leaves
When flowering, plants typically have 3 to 5 basal leaves.
Flower Arrangement and Color Range
Its flowers are arranged in a spiral around the stem, and range in color from creamy white to ivory yellow.
Flower Lip Coloration
The inner surface of the flower lip is yellow.
Blooming Period
This species blooms from February to April.
Current Distribution
It currently occurs in Florida and Texas.
Historic Distribution and Extirpation Status
There are historic records of it growing in Mississippi, Louisiana, Georgia, and Alabama, but the species is assumed to be extirpated in these four states.
Habitat
It grows in wet pine savannas, moist meadows, and moist roadsides.
