It is widespread through much of Mexico as well as parts of the United States (Rocky Mountains, Appalachians, the Southeast, and the Mississippi and Ohio Valleys).

[1][2][3][4] Spring coralroot blooms as early as December in Florida through early spring in other parts of the country.

The flowers generally only last a few hours.

This plant prefers leaf litter in woodland areas and is mycotrophic.

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