Taxon

Cattleya dowiana var. dowiana

Cattleya dowiana var. dowiana - Dow's Cattleya variety
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Common name: Dow's Cattleya variety
Family: Orchidaceae subfam. Epidendroideae (Orchid)
Distribution: Costa Rica
Habitat: 985-3280ft (300-1000m)
Life form: Epiphytic
Fragrance: Sweet
Bloom characteristics: Inflorescence has 5-6 yellow flowers with a veined pink lip. Flower is 7" (17.5 cm) across.
Bloom Time (northern hemisphere): August to November; peaks in October
Description: This medium sized orchid is a variety which is considered to have cleaner and better flower coloration, and more distinct veining on its lip.
Links: Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia • Kew Science Plants of the World Online

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