Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
sicula
ID:
259094

Status:
valid

Authors:
Tineo

Source:
wcs

Year:
1846

Citation Micro:
Pl. Rar. Sicil. , ed. 2: 13 (1846)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000258426



Common Names

  • Sicula Bee Orchid
  • Sicula's Bee Orchid
  • Sicula Ophrys


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Synonyms

  • Ophrys archimedea P.Delforge & M.Walravens [unknown]
  • Ophrys lutea minor (Guss.) O.Danesch & E.Danesch ex Gölz & H.R.Reinhard [unknown]
  • Ophrys lutea minor (Tod.) Guss. [unknown]
  • Ophrys lutea sicula (Tineo) Soldano [unknown]
  • Ophrys migoutiana H.Gay [unknown]
  • Ophrys numida Devillers-Tersch. & Devillers [unknown]
  • Ophrys fusca migoutiana (H.Gay) Kreutz [unknown]
  • Ophrys lutea archimedea (P.Delforge & M.Walravens) Kreutz [unknown]
  • Ophrys lutea numida (Devillers-Tersch. & Devillers) Kreutz [unknown]
  • Ophrys lepida S.Moingeon & J.-M.Moingeon [unknown]
  • Ophrys subfusca archimedea (P.Delforge & M.Walravens) Kreutz [unknown]
  • Ophrys subfusca numida (Devillers-Tersch. & Devillers) Kreutz [unknown]
  • Ophrys lutea quarteirae Kreutz, M.R.Lowe & Wucherpf. [unknown]
  • Ophrys subfusca liveranii Orrù & M.P.Grasso [unknown]
  • Ophrys lutea quarteirae (Kreutz, M.R.Lowe & Wucherpf.) F.M.Vázquez [unknown]
  • Ophrys murbeckii quarteirae (Kreutz, M.R.Lowe & Wucherpf.) M.R.Lowe [unknown]
  • Ophrys pseudomelena Turco, Medagli & D'Emerico [unknown]
  • Ophrys quarteirae (Kreutz, M.R.Lowe & Wucherpf.) Devillers & Devillers-Tersch. [unknown]
  • Ophrys cythnia P.Delforge & Onckelinx [unknown]
  • Ophrys subfusca lepida (S.Moingeon & J.-M.Moingeon) Kreutz [unknown]
  • Ophrys sicula transadriatica Devillers & Devillers-Tersch. [unknown]

Description

Ophrys sicula (also called Sicula 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 sicula 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

Ophrys sicula has a small, star-shaped flower with a yellowish-green center and a white-greenish perianth. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ophrys sicula 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 sicula

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

Ophrys sicula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophrys sicula?

Ophrys sicula

What is the family of Ophrys sicula?

Orchidaceae

What is the flowering period of Ophrys sicula?

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,