Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
placotica
ID:
258967

Status:
valid

Authors:
B.Willing & E.Willing

Source:
wcs

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Orchidophile (Deuil-la-Barre) 72: 1102 (1986)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000258299



Common Names

  • Placotica Bee Orchid
  • Placotica's Bee Orchid
  • Placotica Ophrys


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Description

Ophrys placotica (also called Placotica bee-orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the Mediterranean region. It is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is found in rocky and grassy areas, and prefers sunny and dry locations.

Uses & Benefits

Ophrys placotica 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 placotica is a yellowish-green colour, with a white lip and a yellowish-brown centre. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, round, and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophrys placotica is a hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and can be propagated by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring and the plants should be divided in the fall.

Where to Find Ophrys placotica

Ophrys placotica can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

Ophrys placotica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophrys placotica?

Ophrys placotica

What is the natural habitat of Ophrys placotica?

Grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes

What is the flowering period of Ophrys placotica?

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,

References

Barbara Willing (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Willing' in the authors string.
Eckhard Willing (b.1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Willing' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:930019-1: Based on the initial data import