POTD 6/21/26
BEAVER POND ORCHID - A wild orchid - Rose Pogonia blooms along the edge of the beaver pond. Pogonia ophioglossoides, also known as the snakemouth orchid and rose pogonia. Pogonia is from the Greek word pogon meaning "haired" or "bearded" and Ophioglossoides, the species name, derives from several Greek words that refer to a resemblance to a snake's tongue. Rose Pogonia habitat is listed as an obilgate wetland, meaning it grows only in wetlands, usually in full sun.
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Bill N(non-registered)
Nice pic. Again a very informative caption. Suggested title for your book: 'More Than Just a Beaver Pond"..
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