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Aeranthes filipes?

Discussion in 'Orchid Species' started by Marni, Dec 19, 2008.

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  1. Dec 19, 2008 #1
    Marni

    Marni Well-Known Member Staff Member Supporting Member

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    I bloomed this in September, but it isn't in bloom right now or I would be searching for a metric ruler. This came as another unidentified species, but I think it matches Aerths. filipes.

    I have been told that Angraecoids rarely are successful as selfings. I'm trying it anyway because I love this flower. Even better would be to find another clone for pollen.
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  2. Dec 19, 2008 #2
    mrbreeze

    mrbreeze Anglican Supporting Member

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    I'm at work so I don't have access to any of my Ang books.
    I've heard that Aerangis species are reluctant to self. I hadn't heard that about other genus, but I wouldn't be surprised. Did you hear that *all* Angraecoids are difficult in this way?
     
  3. Dec 19, 2008 #3
    Marni

    Marni Well-Known Member Staff Member Supporting Member

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    I went back and checked the email and you are right, he only mentions Aerangis. That gives me more basis for hope. I generally prefer to do an outcross if possible, but I have selfings on several Aeranthes species now. Thanks.
     
  4. Dec 19, 2008 #4
    Karen

    Karen Species nut

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    It's lovely!