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Ophrys mammosa

Early Spider Orchid

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Common name

Early Spider Orchid.

Scientific name

Ophrys mammosa Desf.

Conservation status and threats

Protected species, enlisted in Annex 3 of Bulgarian Biodiversity Act.

Description and identification

Herbaceous perennial plant. Flowering April-May. Height 15 - 50 cm.

Description and identification

Herbaceous perennial plant. Flowering June - July. Height up to 10 cm. [Delipavlov & al. 2003].

Distribution in Bulgaria

Map of distribution in Bulgaria of Ophrys mammosa by floristic regions:

Between 0 and 1400 m altitude.

Source: Assyov, B., A. Petrova, D. Dimitrov & R. Vassilev. 2012. Conspectus of the vascular flora of Bulgaria. Sofia, Bulgarian biodiversity foundation.

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