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Bog orchids (Platanthera)
Bog orchids flourish in all sorts of locations, including forests and marshes. They have bright green leaves at the base of a single tall stem, on which bloom colorful orchid flowers. The blooms range in color from white to yellow to purple. They are cultivated in gardens due to their beauty and hardiness, though some species are rare and closely protected.
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Orchid
Key Facts About Bog orchids
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Attributes of Bog orchids
Flower Color
White
Yellow
Green
Leaf type
Deciduous
Ideal Temperature
20 - 38 ℃
Scientific Classification of Bog orchids
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Monocotyledons
Order
Asparagus and allies
Family
Orchid
Genus
Bog orchids
Distribution of Bog orchids
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Distribution Map of Bog orchids
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Bog orchids
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The plant genus 'bog orchids', comprising mainly perennial and hardy species, has a care profile focused on mimicking its natural, woodland environment. They necessitate light to partial shade, consistent moisture, and thrive in cooler temperatures with nutrient-rich, well-draining soil. Common challenges include susceptibility to pests like slugs and aphids, along with fungal diseases, calling for regular monitoring. Seasonal considerations involve ensuring sufficient shade in summer, reducing water during dormancy in winter, while maintaining optimal moisture in spring and autumn during active growth.
How to Water Bog orchids?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Bog orchids?
How to Propagate Bog orchids?
How to Plant Bog orchids?
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8 most common species：
Lesser butterfly orchid
The lesser butterfly orchid is a woodland orchard whose flowers each feature a lone, tall spike. It is similar to the Greater butterfly orchid, but the two are different because the Greater has two V-shaped pollen sacs. They attract different types of moths and are unfortunately endangered.
Greater butterfly orchid
The greater butterfly orchid is a tall meadow flower. Its blooms have a whitish-green color and spread petals that resemble butterflies, thus giving the plant its name. During the nighttime, the flowers produce a strong scent that attracts moths to do the work of pollination.
Yellow Fringed Orchid
Yellow Fringed Orchid (Platanthera ciliaris) is indigenous to the eastern and south-central parts of the United States. Other names for it include orange-fringed orchid and orange plume. Swallowtails and other large butterflies are its primary pollinators and are attracted to its beautiful orange-colored blossoms.
Lesser purple fringed orchid
The lesser purple fringed orchid is a member of the orchid family found growing near bogs and other wet areas in the United States and Canada. Its Latin name, Platanthera psycodes, probably refers to psychoses, a word that means 'butterfly-like,' because its flowers have a butterfly-like appearance.
Green fringed orchid
As its name suggests, green fringed orchid has rather plain green flowers and is therefore not one of the more eye-catching species of orchid. However, it is an important food source for insects and is pollinated primarily by moths who visit the flowers for their nectar. Platanthera lacera is found throughout eastern North America.
Scentbottle
This widely distributed orchid is recognizable by its fragrant flowers that have a clove-like, spicy scent, giving it its common name. This intense scent attracts moths and skippers, which are said to be a part of the pollination process of scentbottle.
Huron green orchid
Platanthera huronensis, commonly called huron green orchid, is native to the United States and Canada. This species can grow on mountains and in coastal ranges. The plant usually gives off an intense, sweet scent.
Greater purple fringed orchid
Greater purple fringed orchid (Platanthera grandiflora) is a North American species of orchid. It is found across the east coast of the USA and Canada, from Quebec to Georgia. Its habitats include bogs, marshes, swamps, and moist forests and fields.
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Lesser butterfly orchid
Lesser butterfly orchid
The lesser butterfly orchid is a woodland orchard whose flowers each feature a lone, tall spike. It is similar to the Greater butterfly orchid, but the two are different because the Greater has two V-shaped pollen sacs. They attract different types of moths and are unfortunately endangered.
Greater butterfly orchid
Greater butterfly orchid
The greater butterfly orchid is a tall meadow flower. Its blooms have a whitish-green color and spread petals that resemble butterflies, thus giving the plant its name. During the nighttime, the flowers produce a strong scent that attracts moths to do the work of pollination.
Yellow Fringed Orchid
Yellow Fringed Orchid
Yellow Fringed Orchid (Platanthera ciliaris) is indigenous to the eastern and south-central parts of the United States. Other names for it include orange-fringed orchid and orange plume. Swallowtails and other large butterflies are its primary pollinators and are attracted to its beautiful orange-colored blossoms.
Lesser purple fringed orchid
Lesser purple fringed orchid
The lesser purple fringed orchid is a member of the orchid family found growing near bogs and other wet areas in the United States and Canada. Its Latin name, Platanthera psycodes, probably refers to psychoses, a word that means 'butterfly-like,' because its flowers have a butterfly-like appearance.
Green fringed orchid
Green fringed orchid
As its name suggests, green fringed orchid has rather plain green flowers and is therefore not one of the more eye-catching species of orchid. However, it is an important food source for insects and is pollinated primarily by moths who visit the flowers for their nectar. Platanthera lacera is found throughout eastern North America.
Scentbottle
Scentbottle
This widely distributed orchid is recognizable by its fragrant flowers that have a clove-like, spicy scent, giving it its common name. This intense scent attracts moths and skippers, which are said to be a part of the pollination process of scentbottle.
Huron green orchid
Huron green orchid
Platanthera huronensis, commonly called huron green orchid, is native to the United States and Canada. This species can grow on mountains and in coastal ranges. The plant usually gives off an intense, sweet scent.
Greater purple fringed orchid
Greater purple fringed orchid
Greater purple fringed orchid (Platanthera grandiflora) is a North American species of orchid. It is found across the east coast of the USA and Canada, from Quebec to Georgia. Its habitats include bogs, marshes, swamps, and moist forests and fields.
Lesser roundleaved orchid
Lesser roundleaved orchid
Lesser roundleaved orchid (Platanthera orbiculata) is a type of orchid found in many forested regions of North America. In some cases, it is also seen in shaded bogs and marshes. It needs moist soil and partial shade to grow properly. The lesser roundleaved orchid's leaves grow only at its base, leaving the upper stem with only flowers.
Purple fringeless orchid
Purple fringeless orchid
Purple fringeless orchid (Platanthera peramoena) is a perennial orchid that can grow from 30 to 91 cm tall. It blooms in summer with clusters of purple flowers and attracts butterflies and moths. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist loamy soils. It requires a specific type of fungi to grow and spring be hard to cultivate.
White fringed orchid
White fringed orchid
The white fringed orchid (Platanthera blephariglottis) is an orchid species with elaborate white flower spurs that can be seen in damp wetlands. This flower attracts butterflies, moths, and bumblebees, and is a rewarding addition to pond fringes and damp garden areas because it thrives in waterlogged soils.
Small green wood orchid
Small green wood orchid
You shouldn't have much trouble finding small green wood orchid (Platanthera clavellata) in damp habitats since it is one of the most widespread of all orchids. The plant's small, white flowers aren't particularly appealing to gardeners, and this commonly isn't an ornamental orchid. It has long nectar spurs, which make it stand out from other similar orchids.
Blunt-leaved orchid
Blunt-leaved orchid
Blunt-leaved orchid, unlike other orchids, is not typically seen in gardens since its small white flowers are far less showy than most species. Unusually, this plant is pollinated by various species of mosquito as well as by moths and other insects. It is known as the 'bog orchid' because of its preferred wetland habitats.
Palegreen orchid
Palegreen orchid
Palegreen orchid is a perennial orchid with a delicate stature, often found in moist meadows and woodlands. It boasts a slender stem crowned with a spike of fragrant yellow-green flowers, each marked by a distinctive lip. This variety thrives in the dappled sunlight, its roots drawing sustenance from a symbiotic relationship with fungi in the soil.
Hooker's orchid
Hooker's orchid
Platanthera hookeri, otherwise known as Hooker's orchid or Hooker's bog orchid, is a perennial wildflower in the genus Platanthera that can be found in temperate regions of North America ranging from Iowa to Newfoundland.
Lobeless platanthera
Lobeless platanthera
Lobeless platanthera is a captivating terrestrial orchid with slender stems and lance-shaped leaves. Its most striking feature is the clusters of vibrant, greenish white flowers, each with a fringed lip that adds to their allure. These blooms not only add beauty to moist woodlands and meadows where lobeless platanthera thrives but also attract nocturnal pollinators through their scent. Adapting to cooler climates, lobeless platanthera’s bloom period marks a delicate balance between growth and survival in its natural habitat.
Chimissso's orchid
Chimissso's orchid
Chimissso's orchid is a remarkable orchid known for its glowing greenish-yellow flowers that align in a dense spike, resembling a luminous tower in its natural woodland settings. The long, slender leaves of chimissso's orchid grace its base, subtly supporting the star attraction above. This orchid thrives in moist habitats, where its roots grasp tightly to the earth, deriving sustenance to fuel its annual floral display. Its allure is not just visual; chimissso's orchid emits a soft fragrance, beckoning pollinators and enthusiasts alike.
Platanthera dilatata var. leucostachys
Platanthera dilatata var. leucostachys
Platanthera dilatata var. leucostachys showcases a stately spike of white fragrant flowers atop slender stems, thriving in moist, shaded woodlands. Its broad, lance-shaped leaves clasp the base, forming a lush ground layer. This hardy orchid's blooms, resembling a crowded constellation, attract night pollinators, playing a subtle role in the habitat's ecological ensemble.
Sparse-flowered bog orchid
Sparse-flowered bog orchid
Platanthera sparsiflora can be found in wet habitats. It produces a slender, erect flowering stem up to about 50 cm tall. The longest leaves near the base of the stem are up to 15 cm long by 3 cm wide. The inflorescence has widely spaced twisted green flowers with petals up to 1 cm in length.
Purple petal bog orchid
Purple petal bog orchid
Purple petal bog orchid is characterized by its elegant spike of deep purple flowers, which stand out against the backdrop of green, lance-shaped leaves. These blooms boast a unique arrangement that attracts nocturnal pollinators in its native woodland habitats. The plant thrives in moist, well-drained soils, often under the shelter of taller trees that provide a mix of sunlight and shade conducive to purple petal bog orchid's growth and floral display.
Platanthera orbiculata var. macrophylla
Platanthera orbiculata var. macrophylla
Platanthera orbiculata var. macrophylla is marked by its broad, circular leaves and striking white flowers that bloom on a tall spike. The variant 'macrophylla' refers to its characteristically large leaves that form a lush base at ground level. Prominently found in shaded, moist woodlands, its significant leaf size aids in capturing limited sunlight, while its fragrant blossoms attract nocturnal pollinators, crucial for its reproductive success.
Short-spurred butterfly-orchid
Short-spurred butterfly-orchid
Short-spurred butterfly-orchid is a perennial orchid with a slender stem and elongated leaves. Its most remarkable trait is the dense spike of fragrant, vibrant greenish-yellow flowers, which bloom in a striking display. These blossoms have a distinctive spur and hooded upper lip, attracting specific pollinators. Thriving in moist, shady woodlands, short-spurred butterfly-orchid's appearance and scent are shaped by the need to stand out in a competitive undergrowth.
Yosemite bog orchid
Yosemite bog orchid
Yosemite bog orchid is a rare orchid hailing from Yosemite National Park. It flaunts tall spikes of white to pale green flowers, with a specialized spur structure that sets it apart. This adaptation facilitates pollination by local moths in its high-elevation meadow habitat. The plant's presence is a delicate balance, thriving where moisture and light intertwine flawlessly.
Northern green orchid
Northern green orchid
Northern green orchid is a hardy orchid thriving in cold, northern climates. Its slender green stems, crowned by small, nodding greenish-white flowers, emerge from rosettes of oblong leaves. These fragrant blooms are distinguished by a distinctive spur and hood formed by the upper petals. The plant's ability to withstand low temperatures and brief Arctic summers is reflected in its robust root system and preference for moist subarctic meadows.
Pale fringed orchid
Pale fringed orchid
Pale fringed orchid is a delicate terrestrial orchid with slender stems and pale green flowers. Its leaves are narrow and tapering, forming a subtle backdrop for the modest bloom spikes. This orchid thrives in damp habitats, often found in meadows or woodlands where it can benefit from dappled light, a testament to its understated resilience and ability to blend into its surroundings.
Platanthera brevicalcarata
Platanthera brevicalcarata
Platanthera brevicalcarata is a captivating orchid with a short spur, setting it apart from its relatives. Its striking greenish-yellow flowers, each intricately arranged in a loose spiral, bloom on a slender stalk that emerges from a rosette of broad leaves. Thriving in moist, shaded woodlands, platanthera brevicalcarata's delicate form is a testament to the subtle interplay of light and shadow in its habitat.
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Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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Bog orchids
Platanthera
Bog orchids flourish in all sorts of locations, including forests and marshes. They have bright green leaves at the base of a single tall stem, on which bloom colorful orchid flowers. The blooms range in color from white to yellow to purple. They are cultivated in gardens due to their beauty and hardiness, though some species are rare and closely protected.
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Orchid
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Key Facts About Bog orchids
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Attributes of Bog orchids
Flower Color
White
Yellow
Green
Leaf type
Deciduous
Ideal Temperature
20 - 38 ℃
Scientific Classification of Bog orchids
Phylum
Vascular plants Class
Monocotyledons Order
Asparagus and allies Family
Orchid Genus
Bog orchids Distribution of Bog orchids
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Distribution Map of Bog orchids
Native
Cultivated
Invasive
Potentially invasive
Exotic
No species reported
How to Grow and Care for Bog orchids
Feedback
The plant genus 'bog orchids', comprising mainly perennial and hardy species, has a care profile focused on mimicking its natural, woodland environment. They necessitate light to partial shade, consistent moisture, and thrive in cooler temperatures with nutrient-rich, well-draining soil. Common challenges include susceptibility to pests like slugs and aphids, along with fungal diseases, calling for regular monitoring. Seasonal considerations involve ensuring sufficient shade in summer, reducing water during dormancy in winter, while maintaining optimal moisture in spring and autumn during active growth.
How to Water Bog orchids?
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Bog orchids?
How to Propagate Bog orchids?
How to Plant Bog orchids?
Exploring the Bog orchids Plants
Feedback
8 most common species：
Lesser butterfly orchid
The lesser butterfly orchid is a woodland orchard whose flowers each feature a lone, tall spike. It is similar to the Greater butterfly orchid, but the two are different because the Greater has two V-shaped pollen sacs. They attract different types of moths and are unfortunately endangered.
Greater butterfly orchid
The greater butterfly orchid is a tall meadow flower. Its blooms have a whitish-green color and spread petals that resemble butterflies, thus giving the plant its name. During the nighttime, the flowers produce a strong scent that attracts moths to do the work of pollination.
Yellow Fringed Orchid
Yellow Fringed Orchid (Platanthera ciliaris) is indigenous to the eastern and south-central parts of the United States. Other names for it include orange-fringed orchid and orange plume. Swallowtails and other large butterflies are its primary pollinators and are attracted to its beautiful orange-colored blossoms.
Lesser purple fringed orchid
The lesser purple fringed orchid is a member of the orchid family found growing near bogs and other wet areas in the United States and Canada. Its Latin name, Platanthera psycodes, probably refers to psychoses, a word that means 'butterfly-like,' because its flowers have a butterfly-like appearance.
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All Species of Bog orchids
Lesser butterfly orchid
Greater butterfly orchid
Yellow Fringed Orchid
Lesser purple fringed orchid
Green fringed orchid
Scentbottle
Huron green orchid
Greater purple fringed orchid
Lesser roundleaved orchid
Purple fringeless orchid
White fringed orchid
Small green wood orchid
Blunt-leaved orchid
Palegreen orchid
Hooker's orchid
Lobeless platanthera
Chimissso's orchid
Platanthera dilatata var. leucostachys
Sparse-flowered bog orchid
Purple petal bog orchid
Platanthera orbiculata var. macrophylla
Short-spurred butterfly-orchid
Yosemite bog orchid
Northern green orchid
Pale fringed orchid
Platanthera brevicalcarata
More Popular Genus
Feedback
Dracaena
Dracaena are popular house plants that are easy to grow. They can tolerate low-light conditions and require little watering. Their leaves range from variegated to dark green. Their characteristic traits include woody stems that grow slowly but offer a striking appearance for small spaces such as apartments or offices.
Fig trees
Fig trees have been cultivated in many regions for their fruits, particularly the common fig, F. carica. Most of the species have edible fruits, although the common fig is the only one of commercial value. Fig trees are also important food sources for wildlife in the tropics, including monkeys, bats, and insects.
Brambles
Brambles are members of the rose family, and there are hundreds of different types to be found throughout the European countryside. They have been culturally significant for centuries; Christian folklore stories hold that when the devil was thrown from heaven, he landed on a bramble bush. Their vigorous growth habit can tangle into native plants and take over.
Maples
The popular tree family known as maples change the color of their leaves in the fall. Many cultural traditions encourage people to watch the colors change, such as momijigari in Japan. Maples popular options for bonsai art. Alternately, their sap is used to create maple syrup.
Prunus
Prunus is a genus of flowering fruit trees that includes almonds, cherries, plums, peaches, nectarines, and apricots. These are often known as "stone fruits" because their pits are large seeds or "stones." When prunus trees are damaged, they exhibit "gummosis," a condition in which the tree's gum (similar to sap) is secreted to the bark to help heal external wounds.
Nightshades
Nightshades is a large and diverse genus of plants, with more than 1500 different types worldwide. This genus incorporates both important staple food crops like tomato, potato, and eggplant, but also dangerous poisonous plants from the nightshade family. The name was coined by Pliny the Elder almost two thousand years ago.
Roses
Most species of roses are shrubs or climbing plants that have showy flowers and sharp thorns. They are commonly cultivated for cut flowers or as ornamental plants in gardens due to their attractive appearance, pleasant fragrance, and cultural significance in many countries. The rose hips (fruits) can also be used in jams and teas.
Oaks
Oaks are among the world's longest-lived trees, sometimes growing for over 1,000 years! The oldest known oak tree is in the southern United States and is over 1,500 years old. Oaks produce an exceedingly popular type of wood which is used to make different products, from furniture and flooring to wine barrels and even cosmetic creams.
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