Orchis ciliaris Linnaeus, Species Plantarum 2: 939. 1753.

"Habitat in Virginia, Canada." RCN: 6804.

Lectotype (Reveal & al. in Huntia 7: 229. 1987): Herb. Linn. No. 1054.13 (LINN) .

Current name: Platanthera ciliaris (L.) Lindl. ( Orchidaceae).