trefle.io · Taken May 17, 2020 by Lawree Lawree (cc-by-sa)
Orchidaceae
Late spider-orchid
Ophrys fuciflora
Also known as Autumn spider orchid, Spider orchid, Ophrys fuciflora
Native Plants · Terrestrial Orchid · Rare · Pollinator Mimicry · Mediterranean · Orchidaceae · Wildflower · Alkaline Soil · Specialist Plant · Bee Orchid · European Native
The late spider-orchid is a rare and captivating European terrestrial orchid that mimics the appearance of a bee to attract pollinators, making it a prized specimen for orchid enthusiasts. It requires sharply drained, alkaline to neutral soil in a sunny to lightly shaded position, and is highly sensitive to overwatering, especially during its summer dormancy. This species is best suited to experienced growers and thrives in Mediterranean-style conditions or carefully managed rock gardens.
Growing conditions
The details behind the basics
- Daily light
- 5 hours
- Watering
- Water sparingly; ensure excellent drainage and allow the growing medium to approach dryness between waterings · Every 10-14 days during active growth; reduce significantly in summer dormancy
- Maintenance
- High
- Soil
- loam
- Soil pH
- 6–7
- Temperature
- -20°F to 85°F
- Cycle
- Perennial
- Propagation
- Seed, Cutting
Hardiness
USDA 5a-10b
Form & growth
Mature size and habit
- Mature height
- 12 in – 3 ft
- Spread
- 2 ft
- Spacing
- 6 in apart
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Root depth
- Medium
- Flowers
- No
- Foliage
- Medium
Ecology & origin
Where it belongs and what it brings
- Attracts
- Bees
Sources: trefle, usda
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