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The violet helleborine is an uncommon orchid found in
broad-leaved woodland, usually in heavy shade. These were
found growing underneath the rhododendron bushes in the
garden.
The leaves emerge as a purple colour (achlorophyllous.
meaning they contain no chlorophyll). See the photo below.
The greeny-yellow flowers are tiny and grow in long spikes,
each floret being a minute, but perfect orchid shape.
From a distance, these flowers do not look at all
interesting but on close examination, these tiny orchid
florets are exquisite. |
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