​Platanthera x bicolor Hybrid -White Fringed [Platanthera blephariglottis] x Orange
​Fringed Orchid [Platanthera ciliaris]   [pollination & insect interaction]

This close up shows the stigma [the lighter area between the anther sacks] on Platanthera x bicolor. Luzerne County, Pa. 7-28-15

Close up showing the beautiful anther sacs on Platanthera x bicolor. Luzerne County, Pa. 7-28-15

Crab Spider [shadow] hunting on Platanthera x bicolor. Luzerne County, Pa. 7-28-15

Crab Spider hunting on Platanthera x bicolor. Luzerne County, Pa. 7-28-15

Crab Spider hunting on Platanthera x bicolor. Luzerne County, Pa. 7-28-15

Crab Spider hunting on Platanthera x bicolor. Luzerne County, Pa. 7-28-15

Crab Spider hunting on Platanthera x bicolor. Luzerne County, Pa. 7-28-15