Ponthieva racemosa (Shadow-witch orchid) habitat

Long day trip down to the Coastal Plain of South Carolina -- Francis Marion National Forest, to be exact. Four hours each way from home, and then another three to four hours of driving around looking for photographic opportunities did make for a long trip.

But, I got to see what I came for: several autumn orchid species and other interesting and colorful wildflowers. I love that place...

To read the complete trip report, please go to Jim's Blog.