Schltr.
Pronunciation: pla-tan-THEER-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
Click for Latin name derivations: 1) Platanthera
2) sparsiflora