Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
argolica
ID:
258147

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Fleischm. ex Vierh.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1919

Citation Micro:
Verh. K. K. Zool.-Bot. Ges. Wien 69: 295 (1919)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000257479



Common Names

  • Argolica Ophrys
  • Bee Orchid
  • Early Spider Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Ophrys ferrum-equinum fallax Soó [unknown]
  • Ophrys ferrum-equinum argolica (H.Fleischm.) Soó [unknown]

Description

Ophrys argolica (also called 'Argolica 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 argolica 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 argolica sub. aegaea (Kalteisen & H.R.Reinhard) H.A.Pedersen & Faurh.
Ophrys argolica sub. crabronifera (Sebast. & Mauri) Faurh.
Ophrys argolica sub. lesbis (Gölz & H.R.Reinhard) H.A.Pedersen & Faurh.
Ophrys argolica sub. lucis (Kalteisen & H.R.Reinhard) H.A.Pedersen & Faurh.
Ophrys argolica sub. argolica
Ophrys argolica sub. biscutella (O.Danesch & E.Danesch) Kreutz
Ophrys argolica sub. elegans (Renz) E.Nelson

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ophrys argolica is yellowish-green 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 argolica is a species of orchid native to the Mediterranean region. It is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in sunny, well-drained areas. It can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny area until they are established. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until established.

Where to Find Ophrys argolica

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

Ophrys argolica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophrys argolica?

Ophrys argolica

What is the common name of Ophrys argolica?

Argolica Bee Orchid

What is the natural habitat of Ophrys argolica?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-140817: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Vierhapper (1876-1932): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vierh.' in the authors string.
Hans Fleischmann (1875-1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Fleischm.' in the authors string.