Ascending from the moist pinelands, prairies, roadsides and bogs, the Orange Fringed Orchid (Platanthera ciliaris) has no equal. The plants themselves can reach three feet (~1m) tall with flower heads 6 inches (15 cm) in height. Each heavily fringed flower is around 1 inch (2.5cm) in length, not including the spur, and ranges in color from yellow-orange to apricot.
You can learn even more about this species (including a detailed discussion of their pollination mechanism) by following the link below:
>> The Orange Fringed Orchid Information Page <<
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What a wonderful photo! I have yet to see this one in nature but I hope to someday...
Beautiful photographs all Prem. I regret not hving been able to take you up on your invitation but Iam sure my efforts would have paled by comparison.
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