
Gargano Ophrys (Ophrys sphegodes ssp. ssp passionis.. also O. garganica, O. passionis). f. planimaculata.This image is of an unusual flower where the usual 'H' shaped speculum has expanded to occupy the central part of the lip such forms are rare and not deserving of varietla status ...hence the f. planimaculata. The wide strap-like sepals of this taxon (usually brownish but ovalso greenish) and the 'H' shaped speculum contribute to its distinctive appearance. Gargano, Puglia, Italy. April 2019














