Anacamptis pyramidalis
Orchis pyramidal
Pyramidal Orchid
Additional information
| Plant family | |
|---|---|
| Area | Provence Verte |
| Flower colour | pink |
| Flower size | 10-12 mm |
| Flowering months | March, April, May |
| Leaf type | Lanceolate |
| Height | 20-40 cm |
Description
Can be found singly in exposed dry, rocky habitats, or in large numbers in grassy, lightly wooded areas.
Flowers
Flowers are borne in a cone-shaped spike, maturing into a more cylindrical shape. They can vary in size and shape of inflorescence, i.e. shape of lip, spur length and flower colour. The sepals and petals are bright pink, with a very slender, long spur from which the butterflies drink the nectar. More intensely coloured flowers at higher altitudes.
Leaves
Lanceolate leaf is lance-shaped: long and widest in the middle. Long, pointed, channelled, upper leaves bract-like. Leaves virtually invisible at the time of flowering.
Fruits Seeds
Capsule: with numerous tiny seeds.
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