Eulophia speciosa

See text Eulophia speciosa is a species of terrestrial orchid found from Ethiopia to South Africa and in Yemen and Saudi Arabia.

The plants usually grow in grasslands in sandy soils or in clay.

[1] The flowers measure about 25–45 mm in diameter, and are yellow with red markings on the lip of the side lobes.

[1] This species is common in most parts of its distribution range in southern Africa,[1] however it does make a good garden plant[2] and is vulnerable to collectors.

[1] These plants are used in African tradition as an emetic and as a protective charm against storms.