A la découverte des Orchidées d’Alsace et de Lorraine

This book profiles the 57 species and sub-species of orchids found in Alsace and Lorraine. After a detailed presentation of the two regions (historical, geographical and environmental aspects), the authors discuss the main features of the biology of orchids, and the threats facing them.
Detailed entries include distribution maps. Regional differences as well as aspects of the biology and ecology of the species are noted
18 orchid sites are described, which include details of other plants and wildlife of interest to be found there.
In the cover flap, a summary table shows at a glance the flowering times of all orchids and the sites where they are present.