Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
albertiana
ID:
258043

Status:
valid

Authors:
E.G.Camus

Source:
wcs

Year:
1891

Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Bot. France 38: 40 (1891)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000257375



Common Names

  • Albertiana Ophrys
  • Bee Orchid
  • Early Spider Orchid


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Description

Ophrys albertiana (also called 'Albert's Bee Orchid', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sunny, rocky areas, such as in the limestone cliffs of the Mediterranean.

Uses & Benefits

Ophrys albertiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and stomach ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ophrys albertiana sub. albertiana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ophrys albertiana has a yellowish-green labellum with a white center and a yellowish-brown lip. The seed is an ovoid capsule with a smooth surface, containing several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophrys albertiana is a tropical evergreen shrub that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers a warm, humid environment and does best in partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or by stem cuttings. Water regularly and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every few months. Prune regularly to keep the plant compact and tidy.

Where to Find Ophrys albertiana

Ophrys albertiana can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Ophrys albertiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophrys albertiana?

Ophrys albertiana

What is the common name of Ophrys albertiana?

Albert's Bee Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Ophrys albertiana?

Grassy meadows

Species in the Ophrys genus

Ophrys albertiana, Ophrys apicula, Ophrys apifera, Ophrys arachnitiformis, Ophrys araniferiformis, Ophrys argolica, Ophrys battandieri, Ophrys baumanniana, Ophrys bertolonii, Ophrys bombyliflora, Ophrys borgersiae, Ophrys bourlieri, Ophrys brigittae, Ophrys calypsus, Ophrys campolati, Ophrys carica, Ophrys carpinensis, Ophrys carquierannensis, Ophrys cesinensis, Ophrys chobautii, Ophrys cilicica, Ophrys circaea, Ophrys clapensis, Ophrys climacis, Ophrys cranbrookeana, Ophrys cretica, Ophrys cugniensis, Ophrys daneschiana, Ophrys devenensis, Ophrys diakoptensis, Ophrys domus-maria, Ophrys eliasii, Ophrys emmae, Ophrys epidavrensis, Ophrys ettlingeriana, Ophrys extorris, Ophrys feldwegiana, Ophrys fernandii, Ophrys ferruginea, Ophrys ferrum-equinum, Ophrys flavicans, Ophrys fuciflora, Ophrys fusca, Ophrys grafiana, Ophrys grampinii, Ophrys gumprechtii, Ophrys heraultii, Ophrys insectifera, Ophrys isaura, Ophrys jansenii,

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,

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