Triphora gentianoides (Sw.) Nutt. ex Ames & Schltr.
Gentian Noddingcaps, Least Flowered Triphora
Facts About
Accepted Synonyms: Arethusa gentianoides, Pogonia lutea
Triphora gentianoides, commonly known as Gentian Noddingcaps or the Least Flowered Triphora, is found in the West Indies, Central America, northern South America, and southern counties in Florida. This plant has 3-10 brownish green ovate leaves that clasp the stem and an inflorescence of 3-10 whitish yellow, pale green flowers develops in late June through early August. The greenish-white lip is 3 lobed. Triphora gentianoides may occur in gardens, mulched areas, and occasionally in natural areas and there is some question whether this orchid is a native or naturalized species.
Triphora gentianoides is apparently secure. Although found infrequently, it may be abundant where it does occur.
Pollination
This orchid is autogamous.
Ecosystem Type
Disturbed habitats, forests, woodlands
Characteristics
- Habitat:
- terrestrial
- Leaf arrangement:
- alternate
- Number of leaves on stem:
-
- six
- seven or more
- Form of the labellum:
- the labellum is not pouch-like
- Labellum outline:
- the labellum is lobed
- Main color of labellum:
-
- green to brown
- white
- Nectar spur:
- absent
- Inflorescence type:
- the inflorescence is a raceme
- Labellum characteristics:
- the labellum is lobed
- Labellum length:
- 10 mm
- Sepal length:
- 6–11 mm
- Plant height:
- 3–20 cm
Native to North America
Yes
North American Conservation Status & Distribution
Conservation Status
| Conservation and Wetland Status | |
|---|---|
| Global Rank | Apparently Secure |
| US Status | N/A |
| Canadian Status | N/A |