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Tipularia discolor
It is the only species of the genus Tipularia found in North America. This orchid grows a single leaf in September that disappears in the spring. The leaf is green with dark purple spots. The orchid blooms in mid-July to late August. The roots are a connected series of corms. Its roots are edible. They are starchy and almost potato-like.
Wooded area near creek
Spotted on Nov 9, 2013
Submitted on Nov 15, 2013
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