Taxon

Bulbophyllum cocoinum

 
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Bulbophyllum cocoinum - The Coconut Bulbophyllum
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Common name: The Coconut Bulbophyllum
Family: Orchidaceae subfam. Epidendroideae (Orchid)
Distribution: Tropical Africa
Habitat: Lowland and montane rainforests; 400-2000m
Life form: Epiphytic
Bloom Time (northern hemisphere): June to November; peaks in October and November
Fragrance: Coconut
Bloom characteristics: Arching inflorescence is 6-15.2" long with many white flowers tipped in pink. Flowers are .8-1" across.
Description: The Coconut Bulbophyllum is a small African orchid which takes its name from its coconut scented flowers.
Links: Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia • Kew World Checklist of Selected Plant Families

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