Taxon

Dendrolirium ornatum

 
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Dendrolirium ornatum - The Ornate Dendrolirium, The Ornate Eria
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Common name: The Ornate Dendrolirium, The Ornate Eria
Family: Orchidaceae (Orchid)
Synonym: Eria ornata
Distribution: Thailand to Malesia
Habitat: Lower montane forests on limestone hills; 300-1500m
Life form: Epiphytic
Bloom Time (northern hemisphere): March to July; peaks in May
Bloom characteristics: Erect inflorescence is 10-18" (25.4-45.7 cm) long with 10-15 short-lived brown flowers and bright orange floral bracts. Flowers are 1" (2.5 cm) across.
Description: This small to medium orchid has large, orange bracts which are much more noticeable than its flowers.
Links: Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia • Kew Science Plants of the World Online

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