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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