Taxon

Trichoglottis atropurpurea

 
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Trichoglottis atropurpurea - Purple Beard Orchid, The Dark Purple Trichoglottis
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Common name: Purple Beard Orchid, The Dark Purple Trichoglottis
Family: Orchidaceae subfam. Epidendroideae (Orchid)
Synonym: Trichoglottis brachiata, Trichoglottis philippinensis var. brachiata
Distribution: Philippines
Habitat: Rainforests; 0-985ft (0-300m)
Life form: Epiphytic
Bloom Time (northern hemisphere): April, July to August, October to December; peaks in October
Bloom characteristics: Inflorescence is 2-4" (5-10 cm) long with 1-2 purple-red, waxy flowers with a hairy lip that live 2-4 weeks. Flowers are 2.5" (6.5 cm) across.
Fragrance: Fragrant
Pollination syndrome: Likely bee
Plant size: 40-160" x 15-25" (102-406 x 38-64 cm)
Description: This small to large sized orchid has a thick stem completely covered in leaves. Thick, white roots grow from the stem to hold the plant in place, and flowers grow from between its leaves.
Links: Globalorchids.info • Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia • Kew World Checklist of Selected Plant Families

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