Goodyera sp.
Family: Orchidaceae · Type: Perennial · Native
Goodyera sp. is a native California perennial in the Orchidaceae family.
How to tell it apart
vs Pyrola: Goodyera leaves have white netted veining and produce orchid flowers with a lip petal, while Pyrola has plain green leaves and round 5-petaled flowers.; vs Platanthera: Goodyera has a basal rosette with patterned leaves, while Platanthera has folded green leaves going up the stem.; vs Listera: Goodyera has a basal rosette of leaves, while Listera has exactly two opposite leaves at mid-stem.; vs Epipactis: Goodyera has a basal rosette of patterned leaves, while Epipactis has pleated leaves arranged up the stem.; vs Spiranthes: Goodyera leaves form a neat circular rosette often with white veining, while Spiranthes leaves cluster at base without organized pattern.
Frequently asked questions
Is Goodyera sp. native to California?
Yes. Goodyera sp. is native to California (recorded as native).
What plant family does Goodyera sp. belong to?
Goodyera sp. is in the Orchidaceae family, genus Goodyera.
Related species
Other California species in the same genus, family, or bioregion.
Sources: Jepson eFlora · CalPhotos
Last updated 2026-04-14
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