Ferraria crispa - Black Flag
Ferraria crispa or the Black Flag is a member of the Iris family (Iridaceae) and is a native plant of South Africa which has become naturalised throughout the Mediterranean region and can be found on abandoned farmland in February and March.
The specimen above was photographed in Portugal in
March.
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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