This woodland plant is found in the eastern one-third portion of North America. When you can identify it, leave a comment with the common and scientific names. Also, share any personal connection you may have with this plant.
New growth in spring
Flower beginning to open
Plant in bloom
Closer view of flower and leaves
Closer view of central portion of flower
Leaves of plant which did not bloom
Green seed capsule
Dried stalk and seed capsule in winter
ANSWER (subsequently added to this post to facilitate the “search” function for these images): Large whorled pogonia (Isotria verticillata)
Also, read the blog post and watch the plant portrait video for Large whorled pogonia (Isotria verticillata).
Isotria verticillata, the large whorled pogonia. Not as rare as its congener, Isotria verticillata, but still fun to come across.
(Oops – meant to say its congener Isotria medeoloides)
Indeed, this is Large whorled pogonia (Isotria verticillata). I enjoy finding it and admiring its intricate flower when it blooms in the spring.