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Photo by Meik Meißner
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Field Notes

Description:

I think it's some kind of Orchidaceae, though I don't know the species.

Habitat:

Growing under shady conditions. Deciduous woodland with calcareous soil, dominant tree species is Fagus sylvatica (beech).

Species ID Suggestions

Lady orchid

Orchis purpurea

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craigwilliams
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orchis ustulata

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DavidSantos
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Comments (4)
Meik Meißner
Alright guys, I decided for Orchis purpurea. I think both of your suggestions possible but, I base my decision on the amount and size of the dark red dots on the flower. It appears to me that on O. ustulata the dots are fewer and larger compared to O. purpurea. What do you think?
Meik Meißner
Thank you both for your suggestions! I'll do a little research on both of the species.
craigwilliams
Based on the habitat and the stature and taking into account that the plant in your spotting is a little past its best. Ladies are also very variable ;)

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Flowers of Europe
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PublishedNovember 25, 2011

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