Dactylorhiza majalis: The queen among the orchid crowd
Observed on 6/9/2025
Note about the genus Dactylorhiza
Orchids of the genus Dactylorhiza are easily confused with each other. Therefore, observations of this genus may not be entirely accurate regarding the identified species.
Description
The Dactylorhiza majalis was our first notable find of the day in Berguedà. We located a magnificent specimen very close to the road, where the open and wet habitat was perfect. This vividly colored species was just one part of an astonishing botanical mosaic. The entire roadside was filled with other orchids such as Dactylorhiza maculata, Platanthera chlorantha and Gymnadenia conopsea. This concentration confirms the vitality and richness of the orchid flora in the Berguedà region.
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