Pale Grasspink (Calopogon pallidus) is in the Orchids family (Orchidaceae). Across the U.S., iNaturalist users have logged 1,419 research-grade flowering observations of it in our sample, peaking in May.
Nationally it blooms mainly from April to June, but timing varies a lot by state and elevation — see the table below.
When to photograph Pale Grasspink: observations by month (U.S.)
About Pale Grasspink
Calopogon pallidus, pale grass-pink, is a species of orchid native to the southeastern United States from Louisiana to Virginia.From Wikipedia via iNaturalist — article, CC BY-SA.
Pale Grasspink by state
| State | Observations | Peak month | Main season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florida | 797 | April | Apr–Jun |
| North Carolina | 314 | May | May–Jun |
| Mississippi | 175 | May | Apr–Jun |
| Alabama | 62 | April | Apr–May |
| Louisiana | 40 | May | Apr–Jun |
| South Carolina | 23 | May | May–Jun |
| Georgia | 8 | May | Apr–May |
Main season = months with at least 30% of the state's peak-month count.
Related wildflowers (Orchids)
Pink Lady's Slipper
Showy Orchis
Yellow Lady's Slipper
Spotted Coralroot
Crane-Fly Orchid
Tuberous Grasspink
Downy Rattlesnake Plantain
Showy Lady's Slipper
Photography tips
- Photograph flowers on calm, overcast mornings to avoid wind blur and harsh shadows.
- Get low: a shallow depth of field (f/2.8–f/5.6) isolates a bloom against soft color.
- Stay on trails — trampling meadows kills plants and ruins next year's display.
- Try a kaleidoscope abstract of a single bloom with our online kaleidoscope tool.
FAQ
When is the best time to photograph Pale Grasspink?
Nationally, May has the most observations, with the main season from April to June.
Where is Pale Grasspink most often seen?
The most observations come from Florida, North Carolina, Mississippi.