Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
markonica
ID:
1129727

Status:
valid

Authors:
Y.L.Chou & R.C.Zhou

Source:
tro

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bot. Res., Harbin 1(4): 113 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001129065

Common Names

  • Shade Wintergreen
  • One-leaf Wintergreen
  • One-flowered Wintergreen

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Description

Pyrola markonica (also called Markon's Wintergreen, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Ericaceae. It is native to the eastern United States, where it is found in moist woodlands. It has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters and are surrounded by four green sepals.

Uses & Benefits

Pyrola markonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used for medicinal purposes and as a dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pyrola markonica has small, white flowers with six petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pyrola markonica is a perennial herb native to western North America. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial to full shade. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or by seed in the fall.

Where to Find Pyrola markonica

Pyrola markonica is found in the eastern United States, from Maine to Georgia and west to Michigan.

Species in the Pyrola genus

Species in the Ericaceae family

References

Yi Liang Chou (b.1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.L.Chou' in the authors string.
Rui Chang Zhou: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Zhou' in the authors string.