Little Man (Cardinal Orchid) by lorandbartho

Photography • Flowers/Plants • posted on Aug 02, 2008

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Description

Though small in size (say, 1 cm), the flower of the cardinal orchid (Orchis purpurea) is quite spectacular. Many flowers form a bunch. The part of the flower that shows great variations among European orchids is good for landing of insects. A special process of the flower will then put pollen on the insect's back. Did you know that: orchis (ancient Greek)means testicles (testis, Lat.). Many European Orchis species have 2 nubs (tuber) under the soil, capable of storing nutrients for several years. These nubs reminded botanists of what the name suggests.

Comments (22)

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lorandbartho

1:13PM | Sat, 02 August 2008

More shiny if viewed full-sized.

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MrsRatbag

1:33PM | Sat, 02 August 2008

Really remarkable macro - excellent work!

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awjay

1:59PM | Sat, 02 August 2008

superb capture

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kimariehere

2:00PM | Sat, 02 August 2008

has almost a gingerbread boy shape to it WOW beautifully seen and captured!!!

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virginiese

2:34PM | Sat, 02 August 2008

Very nice little boy :-) Great orchid and shot. I like these plants but never manage to keep one alive :-( Thanks for the info too !

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jocko500

3:04PM | Sat, 02 August 2008

love the textures i see here. so wonderful looking

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durleybeachbum

3:21PM | Sat, 02 August 2008

Great macro!! I've not seen one of these in the wild yet.

PD154

5:04PM | Sat, 02 August 2008

Excellent shot, good title!

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ledwolorz

6:25PM | Sat, 02 August 2008

Fantastic colors and details.Superb macro.

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babuci

6:57PM | Sat, 02 August 2008

Great capture with an interesting color.

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tennesseecowgirl

7:44PM | Sat, 02 August 2008

awesome find...

MrsLubner

1:32AM | Sun, 03 August 2008

This is one of the most interesting orchids I've seen since it is so differently shaped from what I think of as being usual. The spotted "suit" is really beautiful. But I think his pajamas are a bit tight in the crotch.

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