Lesser roundleaved orchid facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Lesser roundleaved orchid |
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| Flowers of Platanthera orbiculata | |
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Platanthera
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orbiculata
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The lesser roundleaved orchid (scientific name: Platanthera orbiculata) is a special type of orchid. This beautiful plant grows naturally in the forests of North America. It is known for its unique round leaves.
About the Lesser Roundleaved Orchid
This orchid is a fascinating plant that adds beauty to the forest floor. It is called "lesser" because there is also a "greater" roundleaved orchid. Both are part of the Platanthera group of plants.
Where It Grows
The lesser roundleaved orchid is found in many places. It grows across most of Canada. You can also find it in parts of the United States. These areas include Alaska, New England, and the Appalachian Mountains. It also lives near the Great Lakes Region and in the Rocky Mountains. You might see it in the Black Hills and the northern Cascade Range.
This orchid prefers places that are cool and shady. It likes forests where the ground is moist but not too wet. It needs these conditions to grow well.
What It Looks Like
Each lesser roundleaved orchid plant has two large leaves. These leaves are almost perfectly round. They lie flat on the ground, close to the forest floor.
From between these leaves, a tall stalk grows straight up. This stalk holds many small, white flowers. The flowers grow in a spike shape along the stalk. They are often quite delicate and pretty.
