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Downy Rattlesnake Orchid

Goodyera pubescens

Photo by dcfieldview
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Field Notes

Description:

AKA Rattlesnake plantain

Notes:

First time I've ever seen one in bloom

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Downy Rattlesnake Plantain (Goodyera pubescens)

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Comments (2)
dcfieldview
Thanks - got a patch of them in my woods.
Dan Doucette
Great orchid spot! I think your second and third pics are the best ones. I would lead with one of them. You could also add this to Wild Orchids mission. http://www.projectnoah.org/missions/8564480
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PublishedJuly 28, 2013

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