Sarcodes sanguinea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
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valid
Authors:
Torr.
Source:
tro
Year:
1851
Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Assoc. Advancem. Sci. 4: 193 (1851)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001128945
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Sarcodes sanguinea (also called Indian Pipe, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to North America. It is a mycoheterotroph, meaning it obtains its nutrients from fungi in the soil. It has no chlorophyll and is white or pink in color. It grows in moist, shady areas such as coniferous forests.
Uses & Benefits
Sarcodes sanguinea is used in ornamental gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It has a low-growing, spreading habit and is drought tolerant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sarcodes sanguinea has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters on the stem. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two pairs of cotyledons.
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Sarcodes sanguinea can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or summer and the divisions planted in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Sarcodes sanguinea
Sarcodes sanguinea can be found in the western United States and Canada, from Alaska to California and east to Montana and Wyoming.
Species in the Sarcodes genus
Species in the Ericaceae family
References
John Torrey (1796-1873): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Torr.' in the authors string.