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heath spotted orchid

Dactylorhiza maculata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Liliopsida ›Order: Asparagales ›Family: Orchidaceae ›Genus: Dactylorhiza

About

Dactylorhiza maculata, known as the heath spotted-orchid or moorland spotted orchid, is an herbaceous perennial plant belonging to the family Orchidaceae. It is widespread in mountainous regions across much of Europe from Portugal and Iceland east to Russia. It is also found in Algeria, Morocco, and western Siberia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of heath spotted orchid?
The scientific name of heath spotted orchid is Dactylorhiza maculata.
What is the conservation status of heath spotted orchid?
The heath spotted orchid has a conservation status of Endangered.
What kingdom does heath spotted orchid belong to?
heath spotted orchid belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does heath spotted orchid belong to?
heath spotted orchid belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does heath spotted orchid belong to?
heath spotted orchid belongs to the class Liliopsida.
What order does heath spotted orchid belong to?
heath spotted orchid belongs to the order Asparagales.
What family does heath spotted orchid belong to?
heath spotted orchid belongs to the family Orchidaceae.
What genus does heath spotted orchid belong to?
heath spotted orchid belongs to the genus Dactylorhiza.