Sawfly Orchid
NameSawfly Orchid
Species NameOphrys tenthredinifera
Common NameSawfly Orchid
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)3
Container Typenatural ground
Geographic Origineurope
Cultivation Difficultyadvanced
Trunk Featuresslender stem
Foliage Typebroad basal leaves
Height (cm)15
Nebari (Root Flare) Qualitynot applicable
Is Floweringtrue
Notable FeaturesFlower mimics a female sawfly insect to attract male pollinators for pseudocopulation, a unique pollination strategy.
Description
This specimen features a striking flower with pink sepals and petals, and a prominent yellow and brown labellum resembling an insect. It is a terrestrial orchid, typically found in Mediterranean regions, shown in its natural environment. The flower's intricate structure is a key adaptation for pollination.
