Pogonia is a genus of orchids (family Orchidaceae) belonging to the subfamily Vanilloideae.[1] [2][3][4]
The genus takes its name from the Greek pōgōn and pōgōníās, meaning, respectively, 'beard' and 'bearded.' [2]
The species of Pogonia are widespread in East Asia and eastern North America. They usually grow in open, sunny locations, often in moist to wet, sometimes flooded places.[2]
Species of the genus Pogonia according to Plants of the World Online As of March 2023[5]
Pogonia is a genus of orchids (family Orchidaceae) belonging to the subfamily Vanilloideae.
The genus takes its name from the Greek pōgōn and pōgōníās, meaning, respectively, 'beard' and 'bearded.'
The species of Pogonia are widespread in East Asia and eastern North America. They usually grow in open, sunny locations, often in moist to wet, sometimes flooded places.
