Provence orchid
Orchis provincialis

Family: Orchidaceae

What it is like

An orchid. It grows 20-40 cm tall. There are 4-5 leaves at the base. These are oblong to sword shaped. The are 8 cm long and arranged in a ring. They are green with purple-brown spots. The flowering shoots have 5 to 30 small flowers. These can be yellow or pink.

Where it is found

It is a Mediterranean climate plant. It grows from sea level to 1,750 m above sea level.

Countries/locations it is found in

Albania, Bulgaria, Caucasus, Crete, Europe, France, Greece, Italy, Mediterranean, Portugal, Sicily, Spain, Turkey, Türkiye

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Bulb

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Katrancik

Synonyms

Several