Violet limodore (Limodorum abortivum, Nova Acta Regiae Soc. Sci. Upsal. 6: 80 (1799))

Family: Orchidaceae

Author: (L.) Sw.

Bibliography: Nova Acta Regiae Soc. Sci. Upsal. 6: 80 (1799)

Year: 1799

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Limodorum

Vegetable: False

Observations: Europe to Medit. and N. Iraq

Description

The Violet limodore, scientifically known as Limodorum abortivum, is an intriguing member of the Orchidaceae family. First documented in the late 18th century by esteemed botanists, this plant holds a significant place in botanical literature, being featured in the Nova Acta Regiae Societatis Scientiarum Upsaliensis in 1799.

This captivating orchid is primarily found across diverse regions ranging from various parts of Europe to the Mediterranean areas and extending as far as Northern Iraq. The widespread distribution of the Violet limodore is a testament to its adaptability and resilience in different environmental conditions.

Limodorum abortivum is renowned for its striking violet hues, which make it a distinctive presence in its native habitats. As an orchid, it shares the family’s characteristic traits but also boasts unique features that set it apart from its relatives.

The discovery and documentation of this plant by notable botanists of their time have underscored its botanical importance. Its presence in a variety of ecological zones further emphasizes the ecological versatility and the intricate beauty of the Orchidaceae family.

In summary, the Violet limodore is not just a visually appealing orchid but also an essential species for understanding the expansive diversity and adaptability within the orchid family, thriving from Europe to the Mediterranean basin and into Northern Iraq.

Common Names

Deu: abtreibender dingel, violetter dingel
En: Violet Limodore
Az: Natam limodorum
Bg: Недоразвит лимодорум
Ca: Clavell violaci
Hr: Ljubičasti šiljorep
Cs: Hnědenec zvrhlý
Nl: Paarse aspergeorchis, Paarse Asperge-orchis
Fr: Limodore à feuilles avortées, Limodore sans feuilles, Limodore avortée, Limodore violette, Limodorum à feuilles avortées, Limodore avorté, Limodore sans feuille
De: Violetter Dingel, Abtreibender Dingel, Bart Dingel
He: שנק החורש
Hu: Gérbics
It: Fior di legna, Fiammore, Fior di legno
Kv: Лимодорум
Fa: خورک
Ru: Лимодорум недоразвитый
Sk: Modruška pošvatá
Es: Navadna splavka, Planta hambrienta
Uk: Лімодор недорозвинений
: Violet limodore

Synonyms

• Serapias abortiva ((L.) Scop.)
• Epipactis abortiva ((L.) All.)
• Centrosis abortiva ((L.) Sw.)
• Limodorum abortivum f. viridi-lutescens (E.G.Camus & A.Camus)
• Orchis abortiva (L.)
• Jonorchis abortiva ((L.) Beck)

Distribution

• Albania (native)
• Algeria (native)
• Austria (native)
• Baleares (native)
• Belgium (native)
• Bulgaria (native)
• Corse (native)
• Cyprus (native)
• Czechoslovakia (native)
• East Aegean Is. (native)
• France (native)
• Germany (native)
• Greece (native)
• Hungary (native)
• Iran (native)
• Iraq (native)
• Italy (native)
• Kriti (native)
• Krym (native)
• Lebanon-Syria (native)
• Morocco (native)
• North Caucasus (native)
• Palestine (native)
• Portugal (native)
• Romania (native)
• Sardegna (native)
• Sicilia (native)
• Spain (native)
• Switzerland (native)
• Transcaucasus (native)
• Tunisia (native)
• Turkey (native)
• Yugoslavia (native)

Additional Images

Flower

Taken May 28, 2017 by Tela Botanica − Dominique ROBIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 25, 2021 by donalddavesne (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 1, 2018 by Alexia Crézé (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 25, 2021 by donalddavesne (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 29, 2017 by Milo Gatti (cc-by-sa)

Habit

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Taken May 13, 2021 by Serge Fournier (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 11, 2022 by Jacques Zuber (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 20, 2022 by Manuëlle (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 28, 2017 by Tela Botanica − Dominique ROBIN (cc-by-sa)

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Leaf

Taken Oct 18, 2020 by Marc Fily (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 6, 2021 by Christophe S (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 7, 2021 by Mine Palayer (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 2, 2020 by Anne Vanderbeck (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 2, 2020 by Biophilia Lovers (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Jun 10, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 3, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 15, 2020 by Denis Bastianelli (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 26, 2014 by Tela Botanica − Paul FABRE (cc-by-sa)

Taken Oct 18, 2020 by Marc Fily (cc-by-sa)

Bark

Taken Jun 10, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 10, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 10, 2017 by Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 19, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Taken Jun 19, 2016 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Jan 1, 1970 by Photoflora – L’Abbé COSTE (©)

Taken May 15, 2009 by Photoflora – Benoit BOCK (©)

Taken May 19, 2013 by Tela Botanica − Liliane Roubaudi (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 11, 2020 by Castro Beatriz (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 19, 2022 by Gerd Suessbier (cc-by-sa)

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/5312179)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:640520-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Limodorum abortivum (L.) Sw.)

Specifications

Growth

Ph maximum: 7.5

Ph minimum: 7.0

Light: 4

Atmospheric humidity: 6

Bloom months: [‘may’, ‘jun’, ‘jul’]

Soil nutriments: 5