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Chalk Fragrant-orchid - Gymnadenia conopsea

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Chalk Fragrant-orchid Chalk Fragrant-orchid - Gymnadenia conopsea dylan Max Bog 26 Oct 2023, 3:58 p.m. 23 Jun 2023, 5:36 p.m.
Chalk Fragrant-orchid Chalk Fragrant-orchid - Gymnadenia conopsea dylan Max Bog 26 Oct 2023, 3:58 p.m. 23 Jun 2023, 5:36 p.m.
Chalk Fragrant-orchid Chalk Fragrant-orchid - Gymnadenia conopsea dylan Max Bog 26 Oct 2023, 3:58 p.m. 23 Jun 2023, 5:37 p.m.
Chalk Fragrant-orchid Chalk Fragrant-orchid - Gymnadenia conopsea dylan Max Bog 26 Oct 2023, 4:03 p.m. 23 Jun 2023, 5:46 p.m.
Chalk Fragrant-orchid Chalk Fragrant-orchid - Gymnadenia conopsea dylan Max Bog 26 Oct 2023, 4:03 p.m. 23 Jun 2023, 5:46 p.m.
Chalk Fragrant-orchid Chalk Fragrant-orchid - Gymnadenia conopsea dylan Max Bog 26 Oct 2023, 4:03 p.m. 23 Jun 2023, 5:47 p.m.

Species Description

Widespread but very local throughout the UK. Habitat includes: species-rich grassland, limestone / chalk downland, pastures, limestone pavement, sand dunes, base-rich fens, old quarries, wasteland, roadside verges, railway banks etc. Growing habit: Perennial. Flowers: June to July.

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