Neglected Orchid - Thomas Jefferson

The Neglected Orchid (Dactylorhiza praetermissa) is a species of flowering plant in the Orchidaceae family. It is also called "Neglected Dactylorhiza", "Forgotten Dactylorhiza" or "Forgotten Orchis". This species can be found in wet meadows and dune slacks in northern Europe, from Sweden to Italy. In France, it is found in the North of the country, from Brittany to Alsace.

It is a robust perennial herbaceous plant that can reach 40 cm in height. Its flowers, ranging from pale pink to purplish-red, are arranged in a fairly dense spike. It blooms from June to July. It is recognizable by its spreading lip, which is only slightly lobed with lateral edges that curve slightly forward. Small colony of neglected orchids. The species is declining as a result of the decrease in the number and size of wetlands and unimproved grasslands. It is classified as NT: Near Threatened Species.

This collage is to introduce to the color, textures, and concept.

                                        

It is included on the lists of protected plants in the European Union, notably in the Netherlands, Belgium and the French regions of Champagne-Ardenne and Lorraine.

This is a collage of beautiful Robert Mapplethorpe of orchids.  I am looking at it for inspiration for shapes and postures for orchids that I will later draw and block print.

These are some drawings and block prints of orchids for inspiration.

This is an exploration of the color purple in the food,

This is fauna with purples in it - insects, birds, and fish.

This is a collage with images of neglected orchids and neglected women. 

Neglected (adjective)

Synonyms of neglected

: not given proper or necessary care or attention

neglected children

a neglected subject

a sadly neglected garden

• Women often express feeling neglected indirectly, through questions rather than statements.
• These questions are signals of unmet emotional needs, not accusations.
• Common themes include a need for reassurance, attention, and emotional presence.
• Questions often reflect fears of losing love, priority, or significance in the relationship.
• They point to a desire to feel seen, valued, and chosen.
• The underlying issue is usually emotional disconnection, not conflict itself.
• Responding with empathy and consistency can help repair closeness and trust.