UNBC & Aleza Lake Research Forest
Plant Systems Database


Platanthera dilatata    ( Fragrant white Rein Orchid )

Family: ORCHIDACEAE


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Species: Platanthera dilatata (Pursh) Hook.

Depiction: Perennial herb from spindle-shaped stems; found commonly in bogs, wet ditches and seepage area at low to high elevations.

Photo Location: Grizzly Den Provincial Park, Prince George, B.C

Photograph Date: June 19th, 2006

Photographer: Allan Carson


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>Platanthera dilatata general description<

Platanthera dilatata spring image-flower

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