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Chelone glabra
Chelone glabra, also referred to as White Turtlehead, is a clumpy, erect, leafy stemmed perennial in the Plantaginaceae family. It is most commonly found in moist areas along stream banks, open woodlands and swampy areas. It prefers full sun to part shade and grows 2-3 feet tall. The white and pink tinged flowers bloom from late Summer into Fall, and have a similar appearance to a snapdragon.White Turtleheads make a wonderful addition to shade, woodland, and bog gardens. This perennial is low maintenance and attracts butterflies, specifically the important Baltimore Checkerspot, as well as bees, hummingbirds and other beneficial pollinators.
Key Info
Scientific Name: Chelone glabra
Common Names: White Turtlehead
Family Names: Plantaginaceae (Plantain Family)
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Leaf Retention: Deciduous
Flower Color: White or pink
Additional Info
Habit: Erect
Height: 2' - 3'
Spread: 1' - 3'
Soil Conditions: Alkaline, neutral
Leaves: Green, simple, opposite, nearly stalkless, lanceolate shape
Flowers (or reproductive structures: Showy, tubular, flowers that bloom from Summer to Fall and are typically white with a pink tinge
Fruit: Oval seed capsule that is on display in the Fall
USDA Hardiness Zone: 3-8
USDA Wetland Indicator Status in NC: OBL
Pollination: Bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, other insects
Wildlife Connections: Supports the Baltimore Checkerspot and the Common Buckeye
Propagation: Seed