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Early purple orchid

Orchis mascula

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Field Notes

Description:

Orchis mascula is a herbaceous plant with stems up to 50–60 centimetres (20–24 in) of height, green at the base and purple on the apex.
It blooms from April to June and is widespread in Europe.

Habitat:

Keen of Hamar.

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Orchis mascula

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PublishedJuly 21, 2013

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