Giantspiral Lady's Tresses
Spiranthes longilabris
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part shade
Water
medium
Size
6"–18" H × 2"–6" W
Bloom
Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Native to
AL, FL, GA, LA and 5 more states
Pollinators
bees
Browse plants for this ecoregion
This native orchid produces delicate white flower spikes that spiral up slender stems from late summer through fall. The small, grass-like plant forms tight clumps and thrives in partially shaded areas with consistent moisture.
In an HOA neighborhood
Giantspiral Lady's Tresses takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Very small size makes it nearly invisible in landscaping
- Can appear weedy or grass-like when not blooming
- May be mistaken for unwanted vegetation by maintenance crews
Wildlife value
The fragrant white flowers attract native bees and other small pollinators during the late growing season when many other nectar sources have finished blooming.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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