According to deputy chief prosecutor Katarina Folestad, the person was guilty of gross negligence by importing capsules containing the endangered orchid Gastrodia Elata from Indonesia to Sweden.
Gastrodia Elata, is traditionally used as a medicinal herb in East Asia.
The penalty consists of 30 daily fines, a total of SEK 2,700.
Gastrodia Elata
Gastrodia Elata is illegal to bring into Sweden because it is listed as a protected species according to EU regulations. These rules exist to protect endangered species by restricting trade in them.