Common Spotted Orchid Dactylorhiza fuchsii Family Orchidaceae Flower Spike in macro detail


The Common Spotted-orchid (Dactylorhiza fuchsii) is a commonly occurring species of European orchid. It is widely variable in colour and height, ranging from 15 to 60 cm in height. The flower colour can vary from white to pale purple with purple spots. The lip has three lobes. Some colonies are highly perfumed, attractive to day-flying moths.


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Location: Yorkshire United Kingdom
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