Orchids - spotted

Day #10 #30DaysWild

Spotted orchids in our little meadow.

Nineteen flower spikes so far.

Up from fifteen last year.

All have spontaneously appeared.

Their seed is dust which is carried on the wind and, once settled, derive nutrients from soil fungi.

Orchid flower spike

It is said they take seven years from seed to reach the flowering stage.

So exotic and always bring joy.