Hi Dave,
Yep, still a BLH, a very variable species. I have a similar colony nearby with an impressive range of colour and lip shapes. It isn't uncommon to find BLH where the lip is 'unfurled'.
As for the leaves, those at the bottom of the plant are certainly BLH-like. They often become longer...
Not sure how much people have heard about this but what are your thoughts on the debate on cyclical changes in Spiranthes romanzoffiana occurrence v. the possibility of a gradual extinction northwards?
Appreciate comments on this fragrant orchid - one of many on the limestone grassland of BM Quarry in Durham on 26th July.
Personally I think it looks very densiflora but given the season and the habitat you would perhaps lean towards conopsea. But that lip is very wide and it has great shoulders!
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