Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
salvatoris
ID:
259043

Status:
valid

Authors:
O.Danesch & E.Danesch

Source:
wcs

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
Orchid. Eur. Ophrys-Hybr. : 223 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000258375



Common Names

  • Salvatoris Bee Orchid
  • Salvatoris's Bee Orchid
  • Salvatoris Ophrys


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Description

Ophrys salvatoris (also called Salvator's Orchid, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant of the Orchidaceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in meadows, grasslands, and rocky slopes. It has a single stem, with a single, large, white-pink flower, and a long, thin, green-brown stem.

Uses & Benefits

Ophrys salvatoris 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.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ophrys salvatoris 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 salvatoris 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 salvatoris

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

Ophrys salvatoris FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophrys salvatoris?

Ophrys salvatoris

What is the family of Ophrys salvatoris?

Orchidaceae

What is the flowering period of Ophrys salvatoris?

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-141678: Based on the initial data import
Othmar Danesch (1919-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'O.Danesch' in the authors string.
Edeltraud Danesch (1922-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Danesch' in the authors string.