This is one of my top 10 plants because of its ecology. M.uniflora doesn't have any chlorophyll and thus can't photosynthesize. It gets its nutrients by parasitizing mycorrhizal fungi connected to tree roots.
This plant has some medicinal properties too. It's been the "in" thing to make a tincture from them. It's said it can treat pain, anxiety, and sleeplessness.
This is an old photo of mine from August 2024.
Very cool, thanks for sharing.
Reminds me of Common Broomrape - horrible name, pretty plant. It's another parasite that can't photosynthesise, it has a similar growth profile.
That's interesting, thanks for sharing. I've not seen this plant before, too cool.