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Broughtonia sanguinea var. aurea

Discussion in 'Orchid Species' started by Ann, Jun 21, 2009.

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  1. Jun 21, 2009 #1
    Ann

    Ann Beadin' fool

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    This thing blooms all the time, off of each new lead and old spikes. One of my favorite orchids. Here's a whole plant shot for anyone interested. The spike, up to where it branches, is 10" for scale.
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    Mary Jane

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    And you take much nicer photos of yours then I do mine. Did you get that from Marble Branch?
     
  3. Jun 21, 2009 #3
    Ann

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    Thanks MJ. Always remember the calendar -- always. :) No, I got it in 2001 at some show from Claude Hamilton. Does Marble Branch have them?
     
  4. Jun 21, 2009 #4
    Mary Jane

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    They did at a show a couple years ago. That's where I bought mine. As you said, it's a great plant.
     
  5. Jun 21, 2009 #5
    Ann

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    I've never been to a show where Marble Branch had a display. I am so impressed with their plants and service but it seems like, on their website at least, they are going majorly into breeding. Not much there as far as species go.
     
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    Tom_in_PA

    Tom_in_PA I am not an addict

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    nice one Ann

    What is the plant size like on this species?
     
  7. Jun 21, 2009 #7
    Ann

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    It's small. The spike is the largest thing about it. Mine has pbulbs about an inch, bifoliate about 2" to 3" and spikes 10" to 12" long. The flowers are small -- the lower one on this photo is about 3/4" wide. The more open one is an inch or more. You want a plant shot with something for scale?
     
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    Tom_in_PA

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    I think you summed it up fine for me...it is a small grower just what I need :D

    Thank you Ann
     
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    Jean

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    That is just wonderful, Ann.
     
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    Tom-DE

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    A love variety of this Jamaica species. Thank you for sharing, Ann.
     
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    Marni

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    *sigh* If I were going to build another greenhouse it might be a warm one.
     
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    Mary Jane

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    I was mistaken, Ann. I don't have the aurea, I have the alba. But it did come from Marble Branch!
     
  13. Jun 22, 2009 #13
    Brant

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    well done !