Connecticut Plants
Round-leaved Orchid
Platanthera orbiculata
Round-leaved orchid is believed to no longer grow in Connecticut. These plants were photographed elsewhere.
- Synonyms: Habenaria orbiculata
- Family: orchid (Orchidaceae)
- Habitat: moist woods to swamps
- Height: 1 to 2-1/2 feet
- Flower size: 1 inch long
- Flower color: white and pale green
- Flowering time: June to July
- Origin: native
Photographed in Washington.
A round-leaved orchid in bud. Note the large, round leaves. Photographed in Ontario.