flower id

[tommy the cat]

Well got an idea but I will let you peeps tell me b4 I get it wrong.



You are ace you are!
D

 

[Justin Time]

Early Purple Orchid. got some growing in my nearby forest. What do I win?

 

[tommy the cat]

My respect for a quick reply and even snappier log in name!
I can send you some manky cramp fungus that I've got in a baggy that I forgot about.
Orchids are ace have you got any bee orchids near you?
Not that they are out yet. Respect D :You_Rock_

 

[Pablo]

Absolutely. Look out for some white petalled versions as well.

Pablo.

 

[Toddy]

Lovely aren't they

Are they rare or threatened? If not, is there anything they're used for?

cheers,
Toddy

 

[Tadpole]

Lovely aren't they

Are they rare or threatened? If not, is there anything they're used for?

cheers,
Toddy

In India the tubers are eaten raw or made into sweets. It increases the stamina and also enhances the performance of the body or so I am told I’ve googled the latin name and come up with this site

 

[Toddy]

Cheers Tadpole Interesting stuff.

Oh, and Happy Birthday too
Toddy

 

[Tadpole]

Cheers Tadpole Interesting stuff.

Oh, and Happy Birthday too
Toddy

'fank you kind lady
my best present today was some cordage made by my little princess.

 

[tommy the cat]

Not sure how rare but I think we are not allowed to pick them?! I would love some in the garden but I would hate to limit other peoples enjoyment in the woods by picking them......unless I found thousands!!!D