Bog Orchid (2)

Northern Green Bog Orchid
Platanthera aquilonis (Limnorcis hyperborea)

Family: Orchid (Orchidacea)
AKA: Rein Orchid
Photo taken on: July 15, 2004
Location: Lower Loop, Crested Butte, CO
Life Zones: Montane to subalpine
Habitat: Wet, shady places

Grows to 2ft in colonies blending into the background, often with Elephant Heads, but in this photo Lupine. Flowers grow in tight clusters and have a long spur at the back.

Flora of North America reference.

White Bog Orchid
Platanthera dilatata (Limnorcis dilatata)

Family: Orchid (Orchidacea)
AKA: Boreal Bog Orchid, Scent Bottle
Photo taken on: August 26, 2007
Location: Green Lake Irwin Trail, GV, CO
Life Zones: Montane to subalpine
Habitat: Wet places

Grows to over 1ft. The waxy flower is very fragrant, has a spur at the base and grows straight compared to Lady's Tresses. It also blooms later in the summer.

Flora of North America reference.