What is the Little Pearl Twist Orchid's scientific name?

Spiranthes grayi is the scientific, Latin or binomial name of the Little Pearl Twist Orchid.

Specifically, the first Word in the scientific name is the genus. In this case, the genus is characterized by the attractively spiraling form of the plant's stem. The second Word is the species. Here, the species is named after botanist Asa Gray (November 18, 1810 - January 30, 1888).

Another common name is Little Ladies' Tresses Orchid.