White Bog Orchid

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The white bog orchid (Platanthera dilatata) is one of many species of native fringed orchids growing in the United States.

One or more of the Platanthera dilatata varieties can be found growing across the northern part of the United States. Along the West Coast, it grows, often abundantly in wet and sunny mountain meadows.

The top picture shows the white flowers growing on a sturdy green spike. Additional small white spikes appear in the background.

The bottom picture shows a close up of the flower.

© 2008 Patricia A. Michaels.