Ορχιδέα η πυραμοειδής
Etymology of Anacamptis pyramidalis: The genus's name "Anacamptis" derives from the Ancient Greek verb "ἀνακάμπτω" [anakámpto], which means "bend backwards" and refers to the pollinia of the orchid bending backwards. The specific epithet "pyramidalis" comes from Latin and means "pyramid-shaped".
Eight Anacamptis species and subspecies are said to exist in Cyprus's wild habitat.
Anacamptis pyramidalis is a popular plant in Cyprus's nature. It exists all-around Cyprus except in the northwestern part (Morfou region), at an altitude of up to 925. Its flowering period is between March and May. Anacamptis pyramidalis mostly grows on roadsides, grassland, garigue, and open forests.
