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Vanda ampullacea

 
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Vanda ampullacea - Vein-like Ascocentrum, Vein-like Vanda
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Common name: Vein-like Ascocentrum, Vein-like Vanda
Family: Orchidaceae subfam. Epidendroideae (Orchid)
Synonym: Ascocentrum ampullaceum, Ascocentrum ampullaceum var. album, Ascocentrum ampullaceum var. moulmeinense
Distribution: Nepal to China (S Yunnan), Indo-China
Habitat: Subtropical forests near water; 985-4925ft (300-1500m)
Life form: Epiphytic
Bloom characteristics: Inflorescence is 3-8" (8-20 cm) long with many densely growing, pink flowers. Flower are .5-1.25" (1.5-2.5 cm) across.
Pollination syndrome: Bee or butterfly
Description: This miniature orchid prefers hot to cool growing conditions and high humidity.
Links: Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia • Kew World Checklist of Selected Plant Families • Research Gate

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