Epipactis dunensis - Dune Helleborine
Patience is required when going to see the Dune
Helleborine because even when the flower spikes appear to
be fully formed it can be several weeks before they open.
Dune Helleborines are frequently described as boring
or insignificant but a good specimen is a magnificent
site, growing up to a metre in height. Currently known
from coastal habitats in the UK.
The specimen above was photographed in Anglesey in mid
July.
Wild Orchids in Wales
Dozens of wild orchid are featured in the First Nature Guide to
Locating and Identifying Wild Orchids in Wales
Wild Orchids in The Burren
Ireland's world-famous limestone pavement habitat
in County Clare is home to nearly every wild orchid found in Ireland.
A full colour guide to the Burren's orchids is now available
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