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Chalk Fragrant-orchid

 
Chalk Fragrant-orchid, Hod Hill, Dorset
 
 
White flowered form
 
 
Closer view of flower spike - long spurs
 
 
Front and side views of flowers
 
 
3-lobed labellum, spreading side sepals
 
 
Close-up of reproductive features: column,
2 polliniums, rostellum, 2 staminodes and
2 stigmas
 
 
Lanceolate bracts, long spurs
 
 
Unspotted, folded and hooded lower leaves
 
 
Appressed, bract-like upper leaves