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Trichocentrum microchilum

 
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Trichocentrum microchilum - The Small-Lipped Oncidium, The Small-Lipped Trichocentrum
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Common name: The Small-Lipped Oncidium, The Small-Lipped Trichocentrum
Family: Orchidaceae subfam. Epidendroideae (Orchid)
Synonym: Oncidium microchilum
Distribution: Mexico (Oaxaca, Chiapas) to Honduras
Habitat: On rocks, lava flows; 1970-7545ft (600-2300m)
Life form: Epiphytic
Bloom Time (northern hemisphere): June to November; peaks in September
Bloom characteristics: Erect inflorescence is 39-60" (100-153 cm) long with 4-8 long-lasting, brown flowers per a branch. Flowers are 1" (2.5 cm) across.
Pollination syndrome: Bee (male Euglossa)
Fragrance: Apple
Description: This small orchid prefers warm to cool growing conditions.
Links: Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia • Kew World Checklist of Selected Plant Families

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