Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
varvarae
ID:
259259

Status:
valid

Authors:
Faller & Kreutz

Source:
wcs

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Mitt. Arbeitskreis Heimische Orchid. Baden-Württemberg 22: 363 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000258591



Common Names

  • Ophrys varvarae
  • Varvarae Ophrys
  • Varvarae Bee Orchid


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Description

Ophrys varvarae (also called Varvara'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 varvarae 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 varvarae 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 varvarae 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 varvarae

Ophrys varvarae can be found in Europe.

Ophrys varvarae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ophrys varvarae?

Ophrys varvarae

What is the natural habitat of Ophrys varvarae?

Grasslands, meadows, and rocky slopes

What is the flowering period of Ophrys varvarae?

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-141891: Based on the initial data import
Carolus Adrianus Johannes Kreutz (1954-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kreutz' in the authors string.
Siegfried Faller: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Faller' in the authors string.