Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
umbilicata
ID:
259241

Status:
valid

Authors:
Desf.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1807

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Hist. Nat. 10: 227 (1807)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000258573



Common Names

  • Umbilicate Orchid
  • Umbilicate Bee Orchid
  • Bee Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Ophrys cornuta orientalis Renz [unknown]
  • Ophrys orientalis (Renz) Soó [unknown]
  • Ophrys scolopax attica (Boiss. & Orph.) E.Nelson [unknown]
  • Ophrys scolopax orientalis (Renz) E.Nelson [unknown]
  • Ophrys oestrifera orientalis (Renz) Soó [unknown]
  • Ophrys arachnites attica (Boiss. & Orph.) K.Richt. [unknown]

Description

Ophrys umbilicata (also called Navel 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 umbilicata 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 umbilicata sub. bucephala (Gölz & H.R.Reinhard) Biel
Ophrys umbilicata sub. umbilicata
Ophrys umbilicata sub. flavomarginata (Renz) Faurh.
Ophrys umbilicata sub. lapethica (Gölz & H.R.Reinhard) Faurh.
Ophrys umbilicata sub. latakiana (M.Schönfelder & H.Schönfelder) Faurh. & H.A.Pedersen
Ophrys umbilicata sub. calycadniensis Perschke
Ophrys umbilicata sub. beerii Shifman

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ophrys umbilicata 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 umbilicata is a perennial plant that is propagated by dividing the rhizomes in the spring. It prefers a well-drained soil and full sun. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -15°C. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it in the spring.

Where to Find Ophrys umbilicata

Ophrys umbilicata can be found in Europe, North Africa, and western Asia.

Ophrys umbilicata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophrys umbilicata?

Ophrys umbilicata

What is the natural habitat of Ophrys umbilicata?

Grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes

What is the flowering period of Ophrys umbilicata?

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,

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