Bee Orchid Ophrys apifera

The Bee Orchid Ophrys apifera occurs widely in England. Although favoring open grassland habitats, it can appear on recently disturbed ground, often in large numbers. It is noted for its inconsistency, appearing seemingly from nowhere and then disappearing in a subsequent year.

This photograph of a Bee Orchid spike was taken in Kent

Ref: MN0074

Location: Kent

Bee Orchid <em>Ophrys apifera</em>

The Bee Orchid Ophrys apifera occurs widely in England. Although favoring open grassland habitats, it can appear on recently disturbed ground, often in large numbers. It is noted for its inconsistency, appearing seemingly from nowhere and then disappearing in a subsequent year.

This photograph of a Bee Orchid spike was taken in Kent

Ref: MN0074

Location: Kent