Taxon

Restrepia elegans

 
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Restrepia elegans - The Elegant Restrepia
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Common name: The Elegant Restrepia
Family: Orchidaceae subfam. Epidendroideae (Orchid)
Distribution: Colombia to NW and N Venezuela
Habitat: Wet montane forests; 2300-9200ft (700-2800m)
Life form: Epiphytic
Bloom Time (northern hemisphere): Year round; peaks from May to August
Bloom characteristics: Erect inflorescence is 1.2-2" (3-5 cm) long with a single yellow flower speckled in red. Flower is 2" (5 cm) long.
Description: This miniature sized orchid has flowers that vary in color and size.
Links: Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia • Kew World Checklist of Selected Plant Families

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