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Wildflowers of Europe

Ophrys lutea

Family : ORCHIDACEAE (Orchid Family)
Common Name (UK) : Yellow Bee-orchid
Common Name (DE) : Gelbe Ragwurz
Common Name (FR) : Ophrys jaune
Habitat : Southern Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East in full sun or shade on limey dry or damp soils, pastures, and thin woodland.
Remarks :
First appearing : March
Abundance :

  • Photo Date : March 24, 2017
  • Location : Piazza Armerina, Sicily
  • Photo Date : March 24, 2017
  • Location : Piazza Armerina, Sicily