A striking wild orchid of eastern woodlands, Pink Lady’s Slipper is known for its large, pink, pouch-shaped blossom that resembles a slipper or moccasin. Two broad green leaves grow at the base, while a single tall stem holds the flower in spring and early summer. It thrives in shady, acidic soils beneath pines and oaks. Dependent on a special relationship with soil fungi, this orchid is slow-growing and should never be picked, making it a treasured sight in the forest.

Scientific name: Cypripedium acaule