Family: Ericaceae
Author: Sw.
Bibliography: Kongl. Vetensk. Acad. Handl., n.s., 31: 190 (1810)
Year: 1810
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Pyrola
Vegetable: False
Observations: Subarctic & Temp. Northern Hemisphere
Description
The Green-flower Wintergreen, scientifically known as Pyrola chlorantha, is a captivating plant species belonging to the Ericaceae family. First documented by the respected botanist Sw. in 1810, this plant was initially described in the publication “Kongl. Vetensk. Acad. Handl., n.s., 31: 190”. The Green-flower Wintergreen is an intriguing species thriving predominantly in the subarctic and temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.
Renowned for its distinctive green-hued flowers, Pyrola chlorantha adds a splash of subtle elegance to its natural habitats. These blossoms are a key identifying feature that set the species apart from other members of the Ericaceae family. In its natural environment, the Green-flower Wintergreen often becomes a focal point, standing out amidst the diverse flora.
This plant has adapted to its specific climatic conditions, flourishing in colder regions where it has carved out a niche. Observations have noted its widespread presence across various subarctic and temperate zones, indicating a robust adaptability to different environmental conditions within these regions.
The Green-flower Wintergreen’s ecological role in the Northern Hemisphere is significant. It forms part of a greater plant community, contributing to the biodiversity and ecological balance of its habitat. As a member of the Ericaceae family, it shares a relation with other notable plants such as cranberries, blueberries, and rhododendrons, adding to the botanical richness of the areas it inhabits.
Botanists and plant enthusiasts often seek out Pyrola chlorantha for study and admiration, drawn by its unique floral characteristics and its ability to thrive in cooler climates. Despite its delicate appearance, this plant’s resilience and adaptive strategies make it a fascinating subject for those interested in subarctic and temperate flora.
Overall, the Green-flower Wintergreen not only enhances the visual tapestry of its natural surroundings but also plays a critical role in the ecosystem, underscoring the brilliance and resilience of the natural world.
Common Names
Eng: green-flower wintergreen, green-flowered shineleaf, green-flowered wintergreen, greenflowered wintergreen, pale-green wintergreen, green-flowered pyrola, green wintergreen, greenish pyrola, greenish wintergreen
Dan: grønlig sommerkonval, grønlig vintergrøn
Deu: grünblütiges wintergrün, grünliches wintergrün
Nno: furuvintergrøn
Nob: furuvintergrønn
Swe: grönpyrola, keltatalvikki, grönblommig vintergröna
Fin: keltatalvikki
Sme: fiskesdálvvut
Fra: pyrole à fleurs verdâtres, pyrole verdâtre
En: Green-flower wintergreen, Greenflowered wintergreen, Green shinleaf, Greenflower wintergreen, Green-flowered shineleaf, Green-flowered wintergreen, Pale-green wintergreen, Green-flowered pyrola, Green wintergreen, Greenish pyrola, Greenish wintergreen
Be: Грушанка зеленаватая
Bg: Бледозелена мурава
Ca: Pírola cloranta
Zh: 绿花鹿蹄草
Cs: Hruštička zelenokvětá
Da: Grønlig Vintergrøn, Grønlig sommerkonval
Nl: Groenbloemig wintergroen
Et: Rohekas uibuleht
Fi: Keltatalvikki
Fr: Pirole verdâtre, Pyrole à fleurs verdâtres, Pyrole verdâtre, Pirole à fleurs verdâtres
De: Grünblütiges Wintergrün, Grünliches Wintergrün
Hu: Zöldes körtike
It: Piroletta verdastra
Nv: Tábąąh ndoochííʼ
Se: Fiskesdálvvut
Nb: Furuvintergrønn
Nn: Furuvintergrøn
Pl: Gruszyczka zielonawa
Ru: Грушанка зелёноцветковая
Sv: Grönpyrola, Keltatalvikki, Grönblommig vintergröna
Synonyms
- Pyrola chlorantha var. revoluta (Jenn.)
- Pyrola chlorantha f. paucifolia ((Fernald) Camp)
- Pyrola solunica (S.D.Zhao)
- Pyrola convoluta (W.P.C.Barton)
- Thelaia chlorantha ((Sw.) Alef.)
- Pyrola virens (Schweigg. & Körte)
- Pyrola oxypetala (Austin ex A.Gray)
Distribution
- Alaska (native)
- Albania (native)
- Alberta (native)
- Altay (native)
- Amur (native)
- Arizona (native)
- Austria (native)
- Baltic States (native)
- Belarus (native)
- Belgium (native)
- British Columbia (native)
- Bulgaria (native)
- Buryatiya (native)
- California (native)
- Central European Rus (native)
- Chita (native)
- Colorado (native)
- Connecticut (native)
- Corse (native)
- Czechoslovakia (native)
- Delaware (native)
- Denmark (native)
- East European Russia (native)
- Finland (native)
- France (native)
- Germany (native)
- Greece (native)
- Hungary (native)
- Idaho (native)
- Inner Mongolia (native)
- Irkutsk (native)
- Italy (native)
- Kamchatka (native)
- Kazakhstan (native)
- Khabarovsk (native)
- Krasnoyarsk (native)
- Krym (native)
- Labrador (native)
- Lebanon-Syria (native)
- Maine (native)
- Manitoba (native)
- Maryland (native)
- Masachusettes (native)
- Michigan (native)
- Minnesota (native)
- Mongolia (native)
- Montana (native)
- Nebraska (native)
- Nevada (native)
- New Brunswick (native)
- New Hampshire (native)
- New Jersey (native)
- New Mexico (native)
- New York (native)
- Newfoundland (native)
- North Caucasus (native)
- North European Russi (native)
- Northwest European R (native)
- Northwest Territorie (native)
- Norway (native)
- Nova Scotia (native)
- Nunavut (native)
- Ohio (native)
- Ontario (native)
- Oregon (native)
- Pennsylvania (native)
- Poland (native)
- Prince Edward I. (native)
- Québec (native)
- Rhode I. (native)
- Romania (native)
- Saskatchewan (native)
- South Dakota (native)
- South European Russi (native)
- Spain (native)
- Sweden (native)
- Switzerland (native)
- Transcaucasus (native)
- Turkey (native)
- Tuva (native)
- Ukraine (native)
- Utah (native)
- Vermont (native)
- Virginia (native)
- Washington (native)
- West Siberia (native)
- West Virginia (native)
- Wisconsin (native)
- Wyoming (native)
- Yakutskiya (native)
- Yugoslavia (native)
- Yukon (native)
Additional Images
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Flower
Taken May 22, 2017 by Tela Botanica − Jean-Jacques HOUDRÉ (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 8, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 18, 2008 by Tela Botanica − Jean-Claude CALAIS (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 9, 2021 by Mayor Samarra Guillem (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 3, 2021 by César Gonzalez (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
Taken Jun 21, 2021 by Jean-philippe Jahier (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 8, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 18, 2022 by Dariusz Wójcik (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 19, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Jean-Jacques HOUDRÉ (cc-by-sa)
Taken Aug 31, 2019 by Christi Cottrell (cc-by-sa)
Habit
Taken May 27, 2022 by Sébastien Puechmaille (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 26, 2021 by Terje Norli (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 8, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 19, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Jean-Jacques HOUDRÉ (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 19, 2015 by Tela Botanica − Jean-Jacques HOUDRÉ (cc-by-sa)
Other
Taken Jun 13, 2020 by Renaud Brochiero (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 15, 1997 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken May 15, 2016 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)
Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)
Fruit
Taken May 16, 2007 by Tela Botanica − Sébastien RAMSAY (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 2, 2011 by Tela Botanica − Marie PORTAS (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 23, 2019 by Tela Botanica − louis Darquennes (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 20, 2015 by EOL − podiceps (cc-by-nc)
Taken Sep 8, 2014 by EOL − Fluff Berger (cc-by-sa)
Bark
Taken Jun 2, 2017 by jean-pierre saunier (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 21, 2019 by Joanna Lumbsden (cc-by-sa)
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2888276)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:331799-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Pyrola chlorantha Sw.)
Specifications
Growth habit: Subshrub
Growth
Ph maximum: 6.5
Ph minimum: 5.5
Light: 5
Atmospheric humidity: 5
Bloom months: [‘jun’, ‘jul’, ‘aug’]
Soil nutriments: 2