Cretan Bee Orchid (Ophrys Cretica) is a perennial herb in the Orchidaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 7-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Ophrys cretica is a species of orchid endemic to Crete and some parts of the Aegean region, known for its bee-mimicking flowers.
Cretan Bee Orchid
Ophrys Cretica
Ophrys cretica is a species of orchid endemic to Crete and some parts of the Aegean region, known for its bee-mimicking flowers.
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