Gargano Ophrys (Ophrys sphegodes ssp. passionis.. also O. garganica, O. passionis) The wide strap-like sepals of this taxon (usually brownish but also greenish) and the 'H' shaped speculum contribute to its distinctive appearance. It is common in Gargano and other parts of S. Italy It frequents limestone soils...oilive groves, dry pastures, roadsides and light woodland from sea level to 1300m, Mt St Angelo, Gargano, Puglia, Italy April 2019