Lizard Orchid

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Lizard Orchid
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Plantae Division: Magnoliophyta Class: Liliopsida Order: Asparagales Family: Orchidaceae Subfamily: Orchidoideae Tribe: Orchidae Subtribe: Orchidinae Genus: Himantoglossum Species: H. hircinum
Binomial name
Himantoglossum hircinum (L.) Spreng., 1826

The Lizard Orchid is more commonly known as Himantoglossum hircinum. It is found across Europe, from Spain eastwards to the Balkans and Hungary and in western North Africa. It is usually rare but can sometimes be found in great numbers in suitable habitats. This orchid grows in dry meadows, rocky areas, and open woods. It may reach a height of 90 cm.

[edit] Sites in Britain

The Lizard Orchid is found at a number of sites in Britain including the following in southwest England:

• Berrow Dunes
• Cuckoo Lake, Kendleshire, South Gloucestershire

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