Northern marsh orchid facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Northern marsh orchid |
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| Dactylorhiza purpurella | |
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purpurella
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The northern marsh orchid (scientific name: Dactylorhiza purpurella) is a beautiful wild flower. It is a type of orchid, known for its pretty purple flowers. This plant naturally grows in certain parts of Europe.
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What is the Northern Marsh Orchid?
The northern marsh orchid is a plant that belongs to the orchid family. Orchids are famous for their unique and often colorful flowers. This specific orchid usually has deep purple flowers. It can grow to be about 10 to 60 centimeters tall.
Where Does It Grow?
This orchid is native to (meaning it naturally grows in) Great Britain, Ireland, and Denmark. It likes to grow in wet places. You can often find it in marshes, bogs, and damp meadows. It prefers areas where the soil is not too rich in nutrients.
Different Kinds of Northern Marsh Orchid
Scientists have found two main types, or varieties, of the northern marsh orchid:
- Dactylorhiza purpurella var. cambrensis: This type grows along the coasts of Great Britain and Denmark.
- Dactylorhiza purpurella subsp. purpurella: This type is found in Ireland and the northern parts of Great Britain. It has been seen in County Donegal in Ireland.
These different types might look slightly different or grow in slightly different places. However, they are all part of the same northern marsh orchid family.
See also
In Spanish: Dactylorhiza purpurella para niños
