Three-toothed orchid
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Three-toothed orchid
Neotinea tridentata
The Three-toothed orchid is a beautiful flower that has three tiny teeth-like parts on its lip. It blooms in spring and is a special sight in meadows and grasslands.
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The Three-toothed orchid has a slender stem topped with a dense cluster of small, pale pink to reddish-purple flowers. Each tiny bloom features a distinctive three-lobed lip, with the central lobe ending in three prominent 'teeth' or points. The leaves are broad and glossy green, usually forming a basal rosette.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassLiliopsidaOrderAsparagalesFamilyOrchidaceaeGenusNeotinea
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Its seeds are tinier than dust, so light they travel far on the slightest breeze!
The 'three-teeth' on its flower lip give it its unique scientific name, 'tridentata'!
This clever orchid often tricks bees into visiting its flowers without offering any sweet nectar!
You might spot its green leaves growing in autumn, staying visible through winter's chill!
Special abilities
Ability
Underground Powerhouse
Three-toothed orchid has underground tubers that store nutrients, helping it survive harsh conditions and regrow each year.
Ability
Tricky Attraction
Three-toothed orchid uses specific flower shapes and patterns to mimic nectar-rich plants, attracting pollinators without offering a reward.
Ability
Fungal Friend
Three-toothed orchid forms a hidden partnership with soil fungi to get vital nutrients, especially during its early growth.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 10-40 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.5-1 cm
- Bloom Season
- Spring to early summer
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
European honey bee
Apis mellifera
Transfers pollen between its flowers.
pollinates
Buff-tailed bumblebee
Bombus terrestris
Visits flowers, aiding reproduction.
pollinates
Ashy mining bee
Andrena cineraria
Carries pollen while foraging.
Traits
Aromatic
Aromatic plants produce and emit fragrant volatile organic compounds, often for defense or to attract pollinators.
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Spring Blooming
Spring blooming plants produce their flowers during the spring season, often signifying the end of winter and the start of new growth.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always look but don't pick flowers. They are best enjoyed in nature!
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Three-toothed orchid?
10-40 cm
How big are the flowers on Three-toothed orchid?
0.5-1 cm
When does Three-toothed orchid bloom?
Spring to early summer
Is Three-toothed orchid edible?
No
Is Three-toothed orchid toxic?
None
What is Three-toothed orchid's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Three-toothed orchid pollinated?
Insect
Where is Three-toothed orchid usually found?
Grasslands
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