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Bug Orchis (Orchis coriophora) is an orchid species native to a wide range of regions including Albania, Algeria, Austria, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, and many other countries across Europe and into parts of Asia. Bug Orchis (Latin: Orchis coriophora) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Bug Orchis is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Bug Orchis is a member native to ALB, ALG, AUT, BAL, BLT, and BLR. Bug Orchis thrives in full sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Bug Orchis grows best in USDA zone 4-8, full sun light, and moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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