Orthilia secunda

Low patches of shiny, bright green leaves below racemes of 6-20 whitish-green or white flowers all turned to one side.

This species is also found south to Central America and in Eurasia. It is the only species in the genus Orthilia; it was once included in Pyrola, a larger genus of species that inhabit damp woods. Both common names refer to the straight, one-sided flower cluster. Leaves remain green throughout the winter, hence the common name wintergreen.

Soil pH: Acidic

Foliage: Evergreen

Soil Type: Peat

USDA Hardiness Zone (°F): 3 (-40 to -30 °F)