Learn English: The Mysterious Bird's-Nest Orchid (hard)

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The Mysterious Bird's-Nest Orchid

Bird's-nest orchids are a fascinating and unusual type of orchid found in woodlands across Europe, Russia, and parts of Asia and Africa.

Unlike most plants, they don't rely on photosynthesis to produce food but instead form a unique partnership with fungi in the soil.

Their ghostly white, yellow, or beige color and tangled roots, resembling a bird's nest, give them a distinctive and somewhat eerie appearance.

These orchids are considered a rare sight and are not suitable for home cultivation due to their delicate relationship with their natural environment.

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Original: Gardener's Path

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#orchids #plants #mycorrhizae #fungi #wildflowers

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