Ophrys umbilicata
Bee orchid Μελισσάκι
Orchidaceae - the orchid family Monocot
Ophrys umbilicata
Bee orchid Μελισσάκι
Orchidaceae - the orchid family Monocot
♉ ↕15-25mm ↨ 20-30cm JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
One of several species of bee orchids to be found on Skopelos, distinguished by the clear spot, the umbilicus, seen at the centre of the rounded lip. They are most commonly found in olive groves; if one is found, there are likely to be many. The presence of orchids in an olive grove are an indication that the land has been well managed.