Tuberous grass pink facts for kids
Calopogon tuberosus, also known as the tuberous grass pink, is a beautiful type of orchid flower. It grows naturally in many parts of eastern North America.
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Calopogon
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Where the Tuberous Grass Pink Grows
The tuberous grass pink orchid can be found across a wide area.
In the United States
In the United States, you can find it in many states. It grows as far southwest as Texas and Oklahoma. It also reaches southeast into the Florida Everglades. To the northeast, it grows up to Maine, and northwest to Minnesota.
In Canada and Other Places
In Canada, this orchid is found in all provinces from Newfoundland to Manitoba. It also grows on the islands of St. Pierre & Miquelon. You can even spot it in warmer places like Cuba and the Bahamas.
Protecting the Tuberous Grass Pink
The conservation status tells us how safe a plant species is from disappearing.
Overall Status
The tuberous grass pink is generally considered "G5 - Secure" by the NatureServe system. This means it is common and widespread. It is not currently in danger of becoming extinct.
Local Protection Efforts
However, in some specific states, this orchid needs more protection. It is listed as an endangered species in Illinois, Kentucky, and Maryland. This means it is at risk of disappearing from these areas. In New York, it is listed as exploitably vulnerable. This means it could become endangered if people collect too many of them or if their habitats are destroyed.
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Wild pink orchid
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Flower and buds in Saco Heath, Maine
See also
In Spanish: Calopogon tuberosus para niños
