Lacanorchis japonica, a saprophytic orchid species
lacking chlorophyll pigments, occurs 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 in three segments, and the longest possesses many inwards
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
