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Platanthera psycodes

Family: Orchidaceae, Genus: Platanthera

Description:

Platanthera psycodes, native to the peat bogs of Eastern North America, is a perennial orchid with bright purple flowers blooming in late summer. It grows in acidic bogs and can adapt to drier conditions if the soil remains damp during flowering. This plant is winter hardy and spreads through stolons, making it a fascinating choice for bog gardens.

Sources:
  1. [1] Fringed Orchid - Lesser Purple: Carnivorous Plant Nursery. Visit Source
  2. [2] Fringed Orchid - Lesser Purple: Carnivorous Plant Nursery. Visit Source

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