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Maxillaria meleagris

 
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Maxillaria meleagris - The Spotted Guinea Fowl Maxillaria
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Common name: The Spotted Guinea Fowl Maxillaria
Family: Orchidaceae subfam. Epidendroideae (Orchid)
Synonym: Camaridium meleagris
Distribution: Mexico to Honduras
Habitat: Rainforests; 4920-8040ft (1500-2450m)
Life form: Epiphytic
Bloom Time (northern hemisphere): Year round; peaks from May to July and September to November
Bloom characteristics: Erect inflorescence is 1.2-3.2" (3-8 cm) long with a single yellow flower spotted in purple-red with a dark lip. Flower is 2" (5 cm) across.
Fragrance: Coconut
Description: This medium sized orchid’s name refers to the spotted pattern on its flowers.
Comments: Maxillaria meleagris
Links: Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia • Kew World Checklist of Selected Plant Families

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