Late spider orchid flowers (Ophrys holoserica,also known as O. fuciflora). The orchid is named for the coloured and shaped parts that resemble a spider. This part of each flower is a specialised petal,called a lip,that attracts pollinators. This orchid is found in Europe,Turkey and North Africa. It is a terrestrial orchid (one that grows in the ground). There are more than 30,000 species of orchids worldwide,many of which are grown as ornamental flowers. Photographed in Germany | |
Licence : | Droits gérés |
Crédit: | Science Photo Library / Harcourt Davies, Paul |
Taille de l’image : | 3458 px × 5128 px |
Model Release : | Non requis |
Property Release : | Non requis |
Restrictions : | - |