Lacanorchis japonica,
a saprophytic orchid species lacking chlorophyll pigments, is found
in evergreen forests, with stems measuring 30-40cm in height. Shoot
apex sets a raceme with 3-10 semi-open yellow flowers; sepals and
side petals measure approximately 1.5cm in length and are in the
same shape. The lip is cleft into three segments, and the longest
possesses many inward trichomes on the end. Bloom time: June-July.
Wild plants in and around Shimane
島根とその周辺の野生植物
