Green Pyrola
Pyrola chlorantha
Family:
Heather (Ericaceae)
AKA:
Green-flowered Wintergreen
Photo taken on:
June 29, 2007
Location:
Taylor Canyon, GV, CO
Life Zones:
Montane to subalpine
Habitat:
Moist forests
Grows to 10" with a reddish stem and greenish white flowers. The style is long and curves out like an elephant's trunk . Leaves are basal and round.
Flora of North America reference.