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Description
Pyrola Grandiflora, commonly known as large-flowered wintergreen or coast wintergreen, is a perennial evergreen plant that belongs to the family Ericaceae. It is native to the temperate regions of North America, including Canada and the United States. This plant typically grows up to 6-12 inches tall and has a spread of 4-8 inches. It produces clusters of white to pinkish flowers with a sweet fragrance in the summer months. The leaves are dark green, glossy, and leathery, and they grow in a rosette pattern at the base of the stem.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Spermatophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ericales |
| Family | Ericaceae |
| Genus | Pyrola |
Appearance
Pyrola Grandiflora is a small, compact plant with dark green, glossy, and leathery leaves that grow in a rosette pattern at the base of the stem. The leaves are 1-3 inches long and 1/2-1 inch wide. The stem is erect, slender, and hairy, and it grows up to 12 inches tall. The flowers of Pyrola Grandiflora are white to pinkish in color and are arranged in a terminal cluster at the top of the stem. Each flower is about 1/2 inch wide and has five petals that are fused at the base. The flowers have a sweet fragrance and bloom in the summer months.
Care Guide
Pyrola Grandiflora is a low-maintenance plant that thrives in a cool, moist environment. Here are some tips on how to care for it:- Water: Pyrola Grandiflora prefers moist, well-drained soil, so make sure to water it regularly. However, avoid over-watering as this can cause root rot.- Fertilization: This plant does not require much fertilization. You can use a slow-release fertilizer in the spring and fall to give it a boost.- Soil: Pyrola Grandiflora prefers acidic, well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. If your soil is not naturally acidic, you can amend it with peat moss or sulfur.- Sunlight: This plant prefers partial to full shade and does not tolerate direct sunlight well.- Hardiness Zones: Pyrola Grandiflora is hardy in USDA zones 3-7.
Common Pests & Diseases
Pyrola Grandiflora is generally a pest- and disease-resistant plant. However, it can be susceptible to root rot and leaf spot if it is over-watered or grown in poorly-draining soil.
Habitat
Pyrola Grandiflora is native to the temperate regions of North America, including Canada and the United States. It can be found in a variety of habitats, including coniferous and deciduous forests, bogs, and meadows.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Pyrola Grandiflora a good plant for beginners?
A: Yes, Pyrola Grandiflora is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to care for.
Q: Can Pyrola Grandiflora tolerate direct sunlight?
A: No, this plant prefers partial to full shade and does not tolerate direct sunlight well.
Q: How often should I water Pyrola Grandiflora?
A: Water Pyrola Grandiflora regularly, but avoid over-watering as this can cause root rot.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Pyrola Grandiflora?
A: Pyrola Grandiflora is hardy in USDA zones 3-7.
Related Plants
– Pyrola Asarifolia- Pyrola Chlorantha- Pyrola Elliptica- Pyrola Minor- Pyrola Rotundifolia
References
– “Pyrola grandiflora.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=287793.- “Pyrola grandiflora.” Plants of the World Online, www.plantsoftheworldonline.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:855090-1.
