Monotropa sp.
White to pink plant about 1 foot tall. This plant does "not contain chlorophyll; they are myco-heterotrophs, getting their food through parasitism upon fungi rather than photosynthesis. "
Western Hemlock and Sitka Spruce old growth forest.
Lat: 59.60, Long: -135.22
Spotted on Jul 22, 2013
Submitted on Aug 8, 2013
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