1155. <i>Himantoglossum adriaticum</i> H.Baumann
Journal: Curtis s Botanical Magazine
Year: 2025

Summary Himantoglossum adriaticum is described and illustrated here as one of Europe's largest terrestrial orchids, bearing spectacular spiral‐tailed flowers with a characteristic goat‐like scent. Endemic to the central and northern Adriatic region but scattered as far north as Hungary, its fragmented populations have declined through habitat loss and illegal collection. We review its phylogeny, morphology, ecological interactions, and cultivation. Current assessments list it as Least Concern, b