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Bee orchid (Ophrys apifera (Bee Orchid))

Ophrys apifera. A widespread orchid, found across much of the British Isles, central Europe and the Med. This one has appeared in my lawn for the last couple of years



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Wow! Lucky you. I have never seen this in the wild. I am not sure we have the habitats round here for it.

11 Jan, 2010

 

Wow too this is gorgeous you are so lucky.

11 Jan, 2010

 

Oh I agree. Shall have to search my friend's lawn. She lives in Amersham.

6 Feb, 2010

 

It's an anxious wait every year though!

7 Feb, 2010



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