Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
bulbosa
ID:
784513

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Oakes

Source:
wcs

Year:
1842

Citation Micro:
Cat. Vermont Pl. : 28 (1842)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000783846

Common Names

  • Calypso bulbosa
  • Bulbosa Calypso
  • Fairy-Slippers

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Description

Calypso bulbosa (also called Fairy Slipper, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to North America. It grows in moist forests, often near streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Calypso bulbosa is used in gardens as an ornamental plant and for its fragrant flowers.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Calypso bulbosa var. americana (R.Br.) Luer
Calypso bulbosa var. bulbosa
Calypso bulbosa var. occidentalis (Holz.) Cockerell
Calypso bulbosa var. speciosa (Schltr.) Makino

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Calypso bulbosa is a bright yellow with a dark yellow blotch in the center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, slender, and have a yellowish-green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Calypso bulbosa is a rhizomatous perennial that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate temperatures down to -20°F (-29°C). It can be divided in the spring or fall, and can be propagated by seed in the spring.

Where to Find Calypso bulbosa

Calypso bulbosa can be found in moist woodlands and meadows in North America and Europe.

Calypso bulbosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Calypso bulbosa?

Calypso bulbosa

What is the natural habitat of Calypso bulbosa?

Mountainous regions of North America

What is the flower color of Calypso bulbosa?

White, pink, and purple

Species in the Calypso genus

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-32237: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
William Oakes (1799-1848): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Oakes' in the authors string.