Platanthera hyperborea, the northern green orchid, is small orchid found only in Greenland, Iceland, and Akimiski Island in Canada. Numerous authors cite the species as widespread in other parts of Canada and also in the United States; such populations are more correctly referred to as Platanthera aquilonis. References External links Flora of Iceland elements: Platanthera hyperborea, Northern Green Orchid Canadian Native Orchids, Platanthera aquilonis Sheviak Flickr, photo of Northern green orchid (Platanthera hyperborea) in Haukadalur, south Iceland. hyperborea Flora of Greenland Flora of Iceland Flora of Nunavut Orchids of Canada Plants described in 1767 Flora without expected TNC conservation status