Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
breieri
ID:
1322514

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wallenwein & Saad

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
J. Eur. Orch. 44: 846 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334968



Common Names

  • Breieri Ophrys
  • Breier Ophrys
  • Ophrys Breieri


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Description

Ophrys breieri (also called Breier's Ophrys, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in dry grasslands, scrub, and rocky places. It has a single, erect, leafless stem, with a single flower at the top. The flower is white with a yellow center and purple veins.

Uses & Benefits

Ophrys breieri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophrys breieri has small white flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are short and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophrys breieri is a perennial plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done by division in the spring. It can also be propagated from seed, which should be sown in the fall in a cold frame.

Where to Find Ophrys breieri

Ophrys breieri is native to Greece. It can be found in dry grasslands and rocky slopes.

Ophrys breieri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophrys breieri?

Ophrys breieri

What is the natural habitat of Ophrys breieri?

Tropical montane forests

What is the flower color of Ophrys breieri?

White

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

Fritz Wallenwein: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wallenwein' in the authors string.
Antje Saad: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Saad' in the authors string.