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Anacamptis coriophora
(LINNE) R.M. BATEMAN, A.M. PRIDGEON & M.W. CHASE 1997

Synonyms: Anteriorchis coriophora, Orchis coriophora
Common names: Orchis punaise, Orchis fétide, Bug orchid, Wanzen-Knabenkraut, Cimiciattola

 
Anacamptis coriophora is quite robust and bears narrow leaves often almost up to the flower spike. A. coriophora type-species often presents an unpleasant smelling.

Petals and sepals are fused and form a helmet directed frontward. The lip, purple with three greenish lobes, is strongly folded backward.

Blooming from April to June.
A. coriophora is protected on the whole French territory.