Large Whorled Pogonia (Isotria verticillata)

Large Whorled Pogonia, a reference photo — Photo: Jason Hollinger · CC BY 2.0 (licence)

Isotria verticillata, commonly known as the large whorled pogonia and purple fiveleaf orchid, is an orchid species native to eastern North America.

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Is it poisonous?

We have no record of Large Whorled Pogonia being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.

Easily confused with

Isotria medeoloides

Classification

Kingdom: Plantae
Phylum: Tracheophyta
Class: Liliopsida
Order: Asparagales
Family: Orchidaceae
Genus: Isotria
Species: Isotria verticillata

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