(Sidebells Wintergreen)
Orthilia secunda, Peak 7, Breckenridge, Summit Co. 4586/4598
Orthilia secunda, Miner’s Creek, Frisco, Summit Co. 6661
Orthilia secunda, Miner’s Creek, Frisco, Summit Co. 6670
Orthilia secunda, Peaks Trail, Breckenridge, Summit Co. 5637
Orthilia secunda, Peaks Trail, Breckenridge 7793
Orthilia secunda, Peaks Trail, Breckenridge 7798
Orthilia secunda, Peaks Trail, Breckenridge 5641
| Scientific Name | Orthilia secunda | USDA PLANTS Symbol | ORSE |
| Common Name | One-sided Wintergreen, Sidebells Wintergreen | ITIS Taxonomic Serial No. | 504066 |
| Family | Ericaceae (Heath) formerly Pyrolaceae | SEINet Reference |
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| Description |
Life zones and habitat: Foothills to subalpine (7000 to 11000 ft); shady spots near streams and in forests. Plant: Short, erect perennial 2 to 8 inches tall. Leaves: Deep-green, somewhat leathery, ovate to orbicular or elliptic blades, 3/8 to 1-1/4 inches long with small teeth on edges. Inflorescence: A one-sided, drooping raceme of a few to several small round greenish-white flowers 1/4-inch across; petals barely enclosing stamens, pistil protruding. Bloom Period: June to August. References: "Flora of Colorado" by Jennifer Ackerfield, "Guide to Colorado Wildflowers" by G.K. Guennel and SEINet. |
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Colorado Status: Native |
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