Goodyera oblongfolia  (Rattle Snake Plantain Orchid)
Orchidaceae  (Orchid Family)

Foothills to subalpine. Shaded Pine and Spruce.

The genus was named by Robert Brown.  The species was named by Constantine Rafinesque in 1833. 

"Goodyera" honors John Goodyer, noted 17th century English botanist and botanical writer. "Oblongfolia" is from Latin for "oblong leaves".

Goodyera-oblongfolia


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