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Pinesap (Monotropa hypopithys) |
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Monotropa uniflora Indian Pipe is usually white, not red, although a pink form is sometimes found. The flowers of Pinesap are in clusters, while each stem of Indian Pipe is solitary.
Monotropsis odorata Sweet Pinesap is a much smaller plant and the scalelike leaves are large relative to the stem and flowers. The flowers have a strong fragrance. Pinesap (Monotropa hypopithys) Identification: Plants parasitic on the living or dead roots of other plants, lacking chlorophyll. Stem fleshy, red, pubescent. Flowers red with yellow-white tips. Flowers arising in clusters at the end of the stems. Leaves reduced to scattered scales along the stem. Plant 3 to 10 inches in height. Distribution: Throughout most of North America. Habitat: Pinesap is found on woodland floors among the leaf litter and leaf mold. Flowering period: June to October. |
Pinesap (Monotropa hypopithys)
Similar Species: Indian Pipe (Monotropa uniflora) Sweet Pinesap (Monotropsis odorata)
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