The Large Purple Fringed Orchid is a magnificent native orchid of moist eastern woods and meadows, producing tall spikes of lavender-purple fringed flowers. Its nectar-filled spurs are specifically adapted for hawk moths. It blooms in June and July and is one of the showiest native orchids in North America, though it has declined with habitat loss.
Habitat
Moist rich woods, streamside meadows, and bogs in eastern North America
Diet
Nectar consumed by hawk moths, particularly Amphion floridensis
How common
Uncommon
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