Epipactis gigantea aka Giant Helleborine

Epipactis gigantea, also known as the stream orchid, giant helleborine, and chatterbox, is a herbaceous perennial orchid species native to western North America, spanning from British Columbia to central Mexico. It is particularly abundant along the Pacific coast. With a height ranging from 30 centimeters to one meter, this erect perennial features mid-green lance-shaped leaves and loose spikes of up to 15 yellow-brown, green, and pink flowers with red veins. Each flower can reach up to 3 centimeters in diameter and is characterized by three straight sepals, light brownish or greenish in color with darker veining. Epipactis gigantea is a striking wildflower that adds beauty to the diverse flora of the region.