sip-rih-PEE-dee-um a-KAW-lee · pronunciation guide [1]
A pink pouch, two broad leaves at ground level, and a leafless flower stalk distinguish this woodland orchid.
Pink Lady’s-slipper field photograph by Brian Woolman. Tap to enlarge.
Other common names
Stemless Lady’s-slipper · Pink Moccasin-flower · Moccasin-flower · Small Pink Lady’s-slipper.
Open the map to explore photographed observations and their locations.
01 · A deeply split pink pouch
The inflated lip has darker veins and a pronounced vertical cleft at the front.
02 · Two basal leaves
Broad leaves with strong parallel veins emerge at ground level.
03 · A leafless flower stalk
Usually one flower tops a slender stalk; narrow greenish-brown petals flank the pouch. [2]
Search acidic woodland, often beneath conifers or oaks. Flowering time shifts with latitude, elevation and weather. [1]
Include the flower’s front cleft, both basal leaves and the full stalk. A second view of the surrounding woodland helps document its habitat.
Orchid seeds depend on compatible soil fungi to establish. This close partnership helps explain why wild plants transplant poorly. [3]
Bees may enter the pouch, but the flower offers no nectar reward. Pollination can be infrequent as bees learn to avoid unrewarding flowers. [1]
Flowers range from deep pink to pale pink, and rare plants have white flowers. Check leaf position and flower structure as well as color. [3]
Leave wild orchids rooted in their habitat. Their dependence on local fungi makes moving them a poor way to preserve them. [3]
Explore photographed sightings of Pink Lady’s-slipper and their locations on the observation map.
Observations show reported sightings; they do not define the plant’s complete native range.
Compare the flower and leaf details, then practice identifying Pink Lady’s-slipper using common or scientific names in the quiz.
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