Hypopitys monotropa Crantz

Locations ofHypopitys monotropa Crantz in Virginia

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Family
Ericaceae
Botanical Name
Hypopitys monotropa Crantz
Common Name
Pinesap
Synonym(s)
Monotropa hypopithys L.
Flora of Virginia Name/Status
Hypopitys monotropa Crantz
Comments
Color phases of this species appear to be phenologically separated. Populations of yellow-tawny plants usually flower in late spring to early summer, while populations of pink-red plants flower in late summer and fall.
Habitat
Mesic to dry, acidic upland forests; often under beech, oaks, or deciduous ericaceous shrubs. Infrequent throughout.
Native Status
Native

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