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Ophrys biscutella
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Ophrys biscutella belongs to he Ophrys argolica group.
It is endemic to the Gargano region
Etymology: biscutella with 2 shields (a reference to the shape of the speculum)
We saw numerous biscutellas with a range of different coloured sepals and patterns on the lip. This in my opinion is a really striking orchid.
Flowers: 10-50cm tall with 2-8 flowers, sepals white to dark violet-purple spreading then strongly turned back.
Flowering season: April – May
Habitat: Full sun to mid-shade on dry to moist, mostly alkaline subtrates .Short grassland,garrigue,scrub or open woodland up to 1300m. |
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nice one, greetings Ori
- Ishi
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(1896) - [2008-05-18 12:08]
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Yes, very striking, indeed!
Do you have a close-up of this beauty?
Cheers!
Ishi
I've missed several of your posts.
Another beauty here to add to your collection. These are such uniquely fascinating flowers.
Bonjour anita
Très originale espèce, remarquable avec ses deux taches sur le labelle.
Amicalement,
Hervé
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