There is a photo of the species which closely matches this plant. It also matches the photos in the IOSPE and orchidroots, especially the very distinctive lip; the color is a lighter form compared to other cultivars. A description of O. italica by Baker and Baker can be found in the OW. Orchidroots.com contains 19 photos of O. italica showing variability in form and color; however, these may not all be correctly identified.