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Corallorhiza maculata var. ozettensis

Scientific Name: Corallorhiza maculata var. ozettensis

Family: Orchidaceae

Category: Monocot

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Ozette Coralroot (Corallorhiza maculata var. ozettensis)

The Ozette Coralroot, scientifically known as Corallorhiza maculata var. ozettensis, is a unique variety of the Spotted Coralroot. This mycoheterotrophic orchid was first described in 2001 by Mr. Ed Tisch, after being discovered in 1967.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Corallorhiza maculata var. ozettensis E. Tisch
  • Common Name: Ozette Coralroot, Summer Coralroot
  • Rank: Variety
  • Family: Orchidaceae (Orchid family)
  • Synonyms:
    • Corallorhiza maculata var. flavida (M.Peck) Cockerell

Distribution and Habitat

  • The Ozette Coralroot is found in western Washington.
  • It specifically occurs in foggy rainforests.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • This variety of Corallorhiza maculata is noted for looking distinct from other varieties within the species.

Discovery and Naming

  • The Ozette Coralroot was discovered in 1967.
  • It was formally described and named in 2001 by E. Tisch.

Additional Information

  • The Ozette Coralroot is a rare orchid, and populations may vary from year to year.
  • It is a leafless orchid, meaning it does not produce leaves and relies on other organisms.

Further Information

  • PNW Herbaria Specimens: View list of Corallorhiza maculata var. ozettensis specimens in the Consortium of Pacific Northwest Herbaria database.
  • Search in IPNI (International Plant Names Index).
  • Search in Australian Plant Name Index.
  • Search in NYBG (New York Botanical Garden) Virtual Herbarium.
  • Search in JSTOR Plant Science.