A rare Great Plains Lady's Tresses Orchid blooms in late summer at Stone State Park. The latin name of the plant describes the flower "Spiranthes Magnicomporum". Although the plant is only 3-4" tall, if you look closely, you can see the flowers are arranged in a spiral around the stem. Only one plant has been found in one location at the park. The plant can also be found at Sioux City Prairie.
Get out and discover the beauty of Iowa's prairies during Iowa Prairie Week, September 12-18th. There are several special hikes and talks planned in the Sioux City area to celebrate Iowa's Prairie Heritage.
Remember it is illegal to remove flowering plants from a park or preserve. Most of Iowa's prairie heritage has been destroyed. Take a photograph, but leave the plant for others to enjoy.
