Epipactis gigantea Douglas ex. Hook. in flowerMay 22, 1984, alcove in Negro Bill Canyon, Grand Co., UtahIn these hanging garden habitats, the "stream orchid" is typically greatly reduced in size.
Epipactis gigantea Douglas ex Hooker. Also known as Giant Helleborine. Species is scattered in riparian habitats, often near the base of canyons, although not always. Not previously known from Red Butte Canyon, but not unexpected.August 18, 2007, Red Butte Canyon, Salt Lake County, Utah