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Early purple orchid
Scientific name: Orchis mascula
The Early purple orchid is one of the first orchids to pop up in spring. Look for its pinkish-purple flowers from April, when bluebells still carpet our woodland floors. Its leaves are dark green with dark spots.
Species information
Statistics
Height: up to 40cmConservation status
Common.