Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
reinholdii
ID:
259021

Status:
valid

Authors:
Spruner ex Fleischm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Oesterr. Bot. Z. 57: 5 (1908)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000258353



Common Names

  • Reinholdii Bee Orchid
  • Reinholdii's Bee Orchid
  • Reinholdii Ophrys


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Synonyms

  • Ophrys spruneri reinholdii (Spruner ex Fleischm.) Nyman [unknown]

Description

Ophrys reinholdii (also called Reinhold's bee-orchid, among many other common names) is a species of orchid native to the Mediterranean region. It is a small to medium-sized plant, growing up to 25 cm tall. It is found in dry grassland, scrub and open woodland, usually on limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

Ophrys reinholdii has been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of skin diseases, wounds, and fever. It has also been used as an ornamental plant in gardens.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Ophrys reinholdii sub. reinholdii
Ophrys reinholdii sub. straussii (H.Fleischm. & Bornm.) E.Nelson
Ophrys reinholdii sub. antiochiana (H.Baumann & Künkele) H.Baumann & R.Lorenz

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ophrys reinholdii 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 reinholdii 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 reinholdii

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

Ophrys reinholdii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophrys reinholdii?

Ophrys reinholdii

What is the family of Ophrys reinholdii?

Orchidaceae

What is the flowering period of Ophrys reinholdii?

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-141658: Based on the initial data import
Wilhelm von Spruner (1805-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spruner' in the authors string.
Andrej Fleischmann (1804-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fleischm.' in the authors string.