Western Rattlesnake Plantain is a small orchid with distinctive, net-veined leaves and a spike of white flowers. Its leaves resemble the skin of a rattlesnake, giving it its name. This plant is a common sight in shaded forest areas.
Best time to see a Western Rattlesnake Plantain
The best time to see a Western Rattlesnake Plantain is May–August, when about 60% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 16,249 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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