Latin name: Platanthera sparsiflora (S. Watson) Schltr.
Pronunciation: pla-TAN-ther-a spar-si-FLOR-a
Common name: Sparse-flowered bog orchid
Family: Orchidaceae (Orchid)
Habitat: Along streams or near boggy places, 4000'-9000', montane coniferous forest, San Diego Co. to Sierra Nevadas and north
Blooming period: June to August
Name derivations: 1) Platanthera 2) sparsiflora
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