Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Camus ex Ruppert
Source:
wcs
Year:
1926
Citation Micro:
Verh. Naturhist. Vereines Preuss. Rheinl. Westphalens 83: 315 (1926)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000258204
Common Names
- Neoruppertii Bee Orchid
- Neoruppertii's Bee Orchid
- Neoruppertii Ophrys
Synonyms
- Ophrys bastianii Soca [unknown]
- Ophrys bergonii A.Camus [unknown]
- Ophrys montserratensis neoruppertii (A.Camus) H.Baumann & Künkele [deprecated]
Description
Ophrys neoruppertii (also called Neoruppert's Ophrys, among many other common names) is a small herbaceous plant with small, white flowers and long, narrow leaves. It is native to Europe and is found in dry, sunny habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Ophrys neoruppertii is a species of orchid native to the Mediterranean region. It is used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive disorders. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ophrys neoruppertii is a small, white or cream-colored flower with a yellow or brownish center. The seed of Ophrys neoruppertii is a small, black, triangular seed. The seedlings of Ophrys neoruppertii are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Ophrys neoruppertii: This species is best propagated by division of the rhizomes. It is best grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. It is hardy to about -5°c (23°f).
Where to Find Ophrys neoruppertii
Ophrys neoruppertii can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.
Ophrys neoruppertii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ophrys neoruppertii?
Ophrys neoruppertii
What is the common name of Ophrys neoruppertii?
Neoruppert's Bee Orchid
What is the flowering period of Ophrys neoruppertii?
April to June
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,