Dactylorhiza Foliosa | Orchidaceae

Discover the beauty of Dactylorhiza foliosa, also known as the Madeira Orchid or Leafy Orchid. This easy-to-grow, tuberous terrestrial orchid boasts flamboyant spikes of bright rosy-purple flowers that bloom in early summer. With fleshy, mid-green leaves and dense, upright racemes of flowers, this plant can grow up to 75 cm in height. It is quite hardy in the UK and prefers average to moist, humus-rich soil. Rarely available, the Madeira Orchid is a prized addition to any garden or collection. Add a touch of flamboyance to your garden with this beautiful and unique orchid.