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Vanda vietnamica

 
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Vanda vietnamica - The Vietnamese Christensonia, The Vietnamese Vanda
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Common name: The Vietnamese Christensonia, The Vietnamese Vanda
Family: Orchidaceae subfam. Epidendroideae (Orchid)
Synonym: Christensonia vietnamica
Distribution: S Vietnam
Habitat: dry lowland forests, savanna-like woodlands; 0-2300ft (0-700m)
Life form: Epiphytic
Bloom Time (northern hemisphere): July to September
Bloom characteristics: Erect inflorescence is up to 4" (10 cm) long with 3-5 flowers. Flowers are 1.25" (3.2 cm) across.
Description: This small orchid was first described in 1994 as the sole member of the genus Christensonia. Then, after DNA testing in 2012, it was discovered to be in the genus Vanda. It is endemic to Vietnam and prefers hot to warm temperatures.
Comments: Vanda vietnamica
Links: Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia • Kew World Checklist of Selected Plant Families

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