Ladys Tresses Collection

Autumn Lady s-tresses orchid (Spiranthes spiralis) locally rare plant. Epsom Downs, Surrey, England, August

Autumn ladies tresses (Spiranthes spiralis) Sark, British Channel Islands, August

Autumn lady s-tresses, Spiranthes spiralis (Spiranthes autumnalis). Handcoloured lithograph from Diederich von Schlechtendals German Flora (Flora von Deutschland), Jena, 1871

Summer lady s-tresses, Spiranthes aestivalis. Handcoloured lithograph from Diederich von Schlechtendals German Flora (Flora von Deutschland), Jena, 1871

Creeping lady s-tresses, Goodyera repens. Handcoloured lithograph from Diederich von Schlechtendals German Flora (Flora von Deutschland), Jena, 1871

Autumn Lady s-tresses (Spiranthes spiralis) flowering, growing on roadside verge in coastal village, Littlestone-on-Sea, Shepway, Kent, England, September

Creeping Ladys Tresses (Goodyera repens) close-up of flowerspike, Loch Garten RSPB Reserve, Abernethy Forest, Cairngorms N.P. Inverness-shire, Highlands, Scotland, August

Summer Ladies Tresses Orchid ROG 4719 © Bob Gibbons / ardea. com
ROG-4719 Summer Ladys Tresses Orchid Bob Gibbons contact details: prints@ardea.com tel: +44 (0) 20 8318 1401

Autumn Lady's-tresses (Spiranthes spiralis) flowering, growing on downland, Dorset, England, september

Irish Lady's-tresses (Spiranthes romanzoffiana); extremely rare orchid in western British Isles
ROG-13000 Irish Lady's-tresses extremely rare orchid in western British Isles. Spiranthes romanzoffiana Bob Gibbons Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only

Irish Lady's Tresses
JLM-5688 Irish Ladys Tresses - Orchid Spiranthes romanzoffiana John Mason Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

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"Captivating Lady's Tresses: A Rare Beauty of Autumn and Summer" Discover the enchanting world of lady's tresses, a group of delicate orchids that grace our landscapes with their ethereal beauty. Among them is the locally rare Autumn Lady's-tresses orchid (Spiranthes spiralis), found in Sark, British Channel Islands during August. Its slender white flowers spiral gracefully along its stem, creating a mesmerizing sight. In addition to this captivating species, we also have the Summer Lady's-tresses (Spiranthes aestivalis) and Creeping Lady's-tresses (Goodyera repens). The former blooms during summer months, showcasing elegant spikes adorned with tiny blossoms. Meanwhile, the latter reveals its intricate flower spike up close at Loch Garten RSPB Reserve in Abernethy Forest. Autumn continues to bring us more floral wonders as we witness the flowering of Autumn Lady's-tresses (Spiranthes spiralis) on roadside verges in coastal villages. These dainty flowers add a touch of elegance to our surroundings as they sway gently in the breeze. Venturing further into nature reserves and downlands, we encounter Autumn Lady's-tresses once again. This time they bloom amidst Dorset’s picturesque landscapes in September—a true testament to their resilience and adaptability. However, it is important not to overlook Irish Lady’s-Tresses (Spiranthes romanzoffiana), an extremely rare orchid found primarily in western British Isles. Their presence reminds us of nature’s fragility and the need for conservation efforts to protect these precious treasures. Whether you stumble upon these exquisite blooms by chance or actively seek them out, each encounter with lady’s tresses is an opportunity to appreciate nature’s artistry at its finest. Let us cherish these moments when we are graced by their ephemeral presence—symbols of beauty that remind us how truly remarkable our natural world is.