Hooded Ladies' Tresses (Spiranthes Romanzoffiana) is a perennial herb in the Orchidaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires high watering and partial shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Spiranthes romanzoffiana is a perennial orchid native to northern North America and parts of the British Isles, known for its spiral arrangement of small white flowers resembling tresses.

Hooded Ladies' Tresses

Hooded Ladies' Tresses

Spiranthes Romanzoffiana

Spiranthes romanzoffiana is a perennial orchid native to northern North America and parts of the British Isles, known for its spiral arrangement of small white flowers resembling tresses.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
High
Light
Partial Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:peaty, loamy, silty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Hooded Ladies' Tresses

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Hooded Ladies' Tresses
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Taxonomy

Family:Orchidaceae
Genus:Spiranthes