Hebridean Marsh Orchid-Clachan Sands
Clachan Sands, Isle of North Uist, Outer Hebrides
Type:Flora and Fauna - Machair
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The very dark purple marked leaves are characteristic of this Orchid. It differs from Northern Marsh Orchid in having dark purple marks on the leaves. Found no-where else in the world!Clachan sands is an active crofting area with one of the largest machair and beach areas at the top of North Uist.
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