Clustered Lady's Slipper (Cypripedium fasciculatum)

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Clustered lady's slipper (Cypripedium fasciculatum) is a rare and endangered dwarf orchid species endemic to coniferous forests of western North America. It is known to be mycorrhizal, meaning it has a symbiotic relationship with subterranean fungi, often on steep slopes near streams. Despite this perennial herb's broad range spanning eight states, its distribution is disjunct (not contiguous), and specimens are notoriously difficult to find. Additional common names include brownie lady's slipper and brownies.

Clustered lady's slipper (Cypripedium fasciculatum), detailed close-up of wildflowers in bloom. Plumas National Forest, Sierra Nevada, Plumas County, California, USA.
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Clustered lady's slipper (Cypripedium fasciculatum), documentary view of a group of these rare orchids in relation to their natural habitat. Plumas National Forest, Sierra Nevada, Plumas County, California, USA.
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Clustered lady's slipper (Cypripedium fasciculatum), horizontal documentary view. Plumas National Forest, Sierra Nevada, Plumas County, California, USA.
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Clustered lady's slipper (Cypripedium fasciculatum), alternate documentary shot emphasizing the steeply sloped environment in which this species typically grows. Plumas National Forest, Sierra Nevada, Plumas County, California, USA.
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