Tuesday, June 25, 2024

Meadows of Orchids

There's something incredibly satisfying about coming across a natural meadow of native orchids in our wetlands on Lake Arrowhead. It's a glorious, uplifting sight in bog habitats.

This late spring bloomer, called Rose pogonia or Adder's mouth, has a bearded lower petal, and is pollinated by bees.

Aaaaahhh, I just can't get enough of their uniqueness and beauty in such great numbers. Happy!




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