Greenflowered wintergreen facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Greenflowered wintergreen
Scientific classification
Genus:	Pyrola
Species:	chlorantha
Synonyms
Pyrola virens

Pyrola chlorantha, also known as the greenflowered wintergreen, is a fascinating plant. It belongs to the Pyrola family. This plant grows in many northern parts of the world, including Europe, Asia, and North America.

Where Does Greenflowered Wintergreen Grow?

You can find Pyrola chlorantha in different areas. In the United States, it grows in the Northeastern United States and the Western United States. For example, it lives in places like the Sierra Nevada mountains in California. This plant prefers cool, northern climates.

Is Greenflowered Wintergreen in Danger?

Sadly, Pyrola chlorantha is considered an endangered species in some U.S. states. This means there are not many of these plants left in those areas. Efforts are made to protect them so they don't disappear.

See also

• In Spanish: Peralito para niños