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Orchis militaris, the military orchid, is a species of orchid native to Europe. It is the type species of the genus Orchis.

$Dactylorhiza fuchsii, the common spotted orchid, is a species of flowering plant in the orchid family Orchidaceae. It is one of Europe's commonest wild orchids. It is widespread across much of Europe, with the range extending eastward into Siberia, Mongolia and Xinjiang. The species is also reportedly naturalised in the Canadian Province of Ontario.\n\nDactylorhiza fuchsii is a herbaceous perennial plant ranging from 10 to 60 centimetres (5 to 25 in) in height. The leaves are lanceolate, up to 10 centimetres (4 in) long and 2.5 centimetres (1 in) wide. The inflorescence is a dense-flowered spike, produced in June–August, that is at first conical then cylindrical. The flower colour can vary from white to pale purple with purple spots, a symmetrical pattern of dark purple loops or dots and dashes. The lip has three lobes.\n\nThe common spotted orchid is pollinated by bees and flies. The seeds are dispersed by ants.\n\nThe common spotted orchid is a relatively easy plant to grow in the garden. It prefers a well-drained soil that is rich in humus. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade. The plant should be watered regularly during the growing season. The common spotted orchid is not particularly susceptible to pests or diseases.\n\nThe common spotted orchid is a beautiful and delicate plant that is a welcome addition to any garden. It is a relatively easy plant to grow and care for, and it is sure to add a touch of elegance to your landscape.$

Natural closeup on the protected purple European military orchid, Orchis militaris in Gard, France

Meadow with many marsh orchids. The image was captured in the swiss alps (canton of glarus) at an altitude of 1700m.

An orchis simia flower in the grass in spring

Wild orchids (Dactylorhiza Maculata) growing at grassy meadow on Zelengora mountain, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Europe. Shallow dof.

Wild orchid hybrid. Dactylorhiza x grandis. Common spotted and Southern marsh orchids, UK.

Orchis militaris - a beautiful orchid with white-pink flowers growing in a meadow.

Horizontal extreme closeup photo of a native species uncultivated pink and white flowering orchid plant growing among ferns in coastal scrub forest in Summer. Ulladulla, south coast NSW.

Platanthera bifolia flowering European terrestrial wild orchid, nature habitat, detail of bloom with green clear background, Czech.

Grass Pink Orchid is an extraordinarily beautiful wildflower found in undisturbed tallgrass prairies. Sunrise dew adds to the wildflower’s beauty.

Lovely Wild White and Red Burnt Orchid Flower in Upper Franconia, Germany. Rare Spring Flower. Macro with shallow depth of field

Dog Orchid, Codonorchis lessonii, is a species of orchid. This species is native to Chile and Argentina. Tierra del Fuego National Park, Argentina.

The thermophilic xerothermic slopes are decorated with the Kukawka orchid [(Orchis militaris L.)

An orchid blooms in the British Columbian summer.

$Orchis mascula, the early-purple orchid, early spring orchis, is a species of flowering plant in the orchid family, Orchidaceae.\nDescription:\nOrchis mascula is a perennial herbaceous plant with stems up to 50–60 centimeters high, green at the base and purple on the apex. The root system consists of two tubers, rounded or ellipsoid. The leaves, grouped at the base of the stem, are oblong-lanceolate, pale green, sometimes with brownish-purple speckles. The inflorescence is 7.5–12.5 centimeters long and it is composed of 6 to 20 flowers gathered in dense cylindrical spikes. The flower size is about 2.5 centimeters and the color varies from pinkish-purple to purple. The lateral sepals are ovate-lanceolate and erect, the median one, together with the petals, is smaller and cover the gynostegium. The labellum is three-lobed and convex, with crenulated margins and the basal part clearer and dotted with purple-brown spots. The spur is cylindrical or clavate, horizontal or ascending. The gynostegium is short, with reddish-green anthers. It blooms from April to June.\nHabitat:\nIt grows in a variety of habitats, from meadows to mountain pastures and woods, in full sun or shady areas, from sea level to 2,500 meters altitude. Mostly on calcareous soils.\nDistribution:\nThe species is widespread across Europe, from Portugal to the Caucasus (Ireland, Great Britain, The Faroe Islands, Norway, Sweden, Finland, Latvia, Spain, France, Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Denmark, Austria, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Switzerland, Italy, former Yugoslavia, Albania, Greece, Turkey, Bulgaria, Romania, Poland, Ukraine, most of Russia), in northwest Africa (Algeria, Tunisia, Morocco) and in the Middle East (Lebanon, Syria, Iraq) up to Iran. (Codes) (source Wikipedia). \n\nThis Picture is made during a long weekend in the South of Belgium in June 2006.$

Marsh-orchid decoctions or common spotted orchids are used to treat inflammation of the mucous membranes of the digestive tract, as well as to treat stomach ulcers and recover from dysentery

The terrestrial Troodos orchid is flowering in spring on Cyprus island, where it is often found in the mountains.

Macro shot of a southern marsh orchid (dactylorhiza praetermissa) flower in bloom

common spotted orchid (dactylorhiza fuchsii) flower captured in the swiss alps during summer season at an altitude of 1700m.

Orchid Flower Background Tropical Purple Pink Floral

Broad-leaved marsh orchid (Dactylorhiza majalis) flower in a meadow in the Zgornje Jezersko valley in Slovenia during a beautiful springtime day with the mountain range around the Grintovec mountain peak in the Kamnik–Savinja Alps in the background.

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