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Herminium monorchis (L.) R. Br.

musk orchid (Orchidaceae)

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Herminium monorchis is a relatively inconspicuous orchid of chalk grassland, with a honey-like aroma.

Lower Cadsden (VC24: Buckinghamshire); 2016-07-04

 musk orchid / Herminium monorchis: _Herminium monorchis_ is a relatively inconspicuous orchid of chalk grassland, with a honey-like aroma.

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