Status:
valid
Authors:
O.Danesch & E.Danesch
Source:
wcs
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 21: 361 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000257615
Common Names
- Carpinensis Ophrys
- Bee Orchid
- Early Spider Orchid
Description
Ophrys carpinensis (also called 'Carpinensis Bee Orchid', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in sunny, rocky areas, such as in the limestone cliffs of the Mediterranean.
Uses & Benefits
Ophrys carpinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for livestock. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, skin diseases, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ophrys carpinensis is yellowish-green with a white center and a yellowish-brown lip. The seed is an ovoid capsule with a smooth surface, containing several small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and slender, with a single, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Ophrys carpinensis is a species of orchid native to the Mediterranean region. It is a perennial herbaceous plant that grows in sunny, well-drained areas. It can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny area until they are established. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Ophrys carpinensis
Ophrys carpinensis can be found in the Mediterranean region.
Ophrys carpinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ophrys carpinensis?
Ophrys carpinensis
What is the common name of Ophrys carpinensis?
Carpinensis Ophrys
What is the family of Ophrys carpinensis?
Orchidaceae
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,