Ophrys holoserica - syn. Ophrys fuciflora  (Burm. f.) Greuter

life-size model

Habitat

The bumble-bee orchid use to grow on semi-dry, calciferous ground. You will find it on semi-dry and limestone-grassland, in light pinewoods and bosky slopes.

Sources

It is widespread across much of Europe from Britain and Spain to Turkey and Romania.

Further information

There has been considerable confusion over the correct name of this species. It is calles as well Ophrys fuciflora, but many authors have called it Ophrys holoserica, but O. holoserica (Burm.f.) Greuter is a synonym of a different species,Ophrys apifera, the bee orchid. 1)

Description of the model:

The life-size model of the species Ophrys holoserica in shows the above ground parts of the plant. One flower, bud and leafes. The flovers are variable in colour and especially in marking. On demand we are colouring the model regarding your template.

The model is made of high quality epoxy resin and was hand-coloured using non-fade paint and varnish.

Dimension:

17 cm high

Price:

998,00 €

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Reference for the text:

1) "Ophrys holoserica", World Checklist of Selected Plant Families, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, retrieved 2012-03-28

Referencing address:

Naturmuseum Solothurn, CH