Ophrys sphegodes subsp. cretensis
Also known as: Ophrys araneola subsp. cretensis (H.Baumann & Künkele) Kreutz +1 more
- Ophrys araneola subsp. cretensis (H.Baumann & Künkele) Kreutz
- Ophrys cretensis (H.Baumann & Künkele) Paulus
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a tuberous geophyte.
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Found natively in Europe, Ophrys sphegodes subsp. cretensis is a tuberous orchid belonging to the Orchidaceae family. Within its native range, this subspecies is most commonly linked to subtropical conditions. It is a naturally occurring subspecies of Ophrys sphegodes, which is linked below, along with related subspecies and varieties of this species.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
EUROPE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southeastern Europe
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Greece, Kriti
Base Species & Variations