Rein Orchis -

Rein Orchis -

⚠️ If you find one in the wild, leave it be! They rely on specific soil fungi to live and almost always die if transplanted. #PlantFacts #Orchids #Botany #EcoFriendly

Rein orchids (genus Platanthera ) are a fascinating group of approximately 100 terrestrial orchid species found across the Northern Hemisphere. Often known for their elegant flower spikes and distinctive spurred lips, these wildflowers thrive in diverse habitats ranging from dry forests to damp bogs. rein orchis

Some species, like the Royal Rein Orchid, have leaves that often shrivel away by the time the flowers actually bloom. ⚠️ If you find one in the wild, leave it be