Cypripedium acaule (Pink Lady's-slipper orchid)

This morning, I made a trip to one of my favorite state Heritage Preserves in the upstate of South Carolina to catch the beginning of the Cypripedium acaule or Pink Lady's-slipper orchid bloom. I was not disappointed. They should be good for another week to ten days -- lots of plants still in bud. I then proceeded to Nine Tiimes Preserve for some other delights.

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