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Ponthieva diptera (?)

Discussion in 'Orchid Species' started by Marni, Jan 14, 2014.

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  1. Jan 14, 2014 #1
    Marni

    Marni Well-Known Member Staff Member Supporting Member

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    I am not 100% sure on the name, so if you have other ideas, let me know. The flowers are about 1" wide and the foliage is worth the space whether it flowers or not.

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  2. Jan 14, 2014 #2
    Jeff9

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    Wow. The contrast of colors in the second picture is just stunning.

    Terrestrial right? Wish i had the space and patience for these kind of plants.
     
  3. Jan 14, 2014 #3
    Marni

    Marni Well-Known Member Staff Member Supporting Member

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    Most ponthievas are terrestrials, but some do grow as epiphytes. I grow them all potted.
     
  4. Jan 14, 2014 #4
    John Klinger

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    Thanks for the pictures,stunning
     
  5. Jan 18, 2014 #5
    seidenfaden

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    Marni,
    These images are supurb especially the close up image of the single flower.
    If you have a corm/tuber for sale I would be interested in purchasing one.
     
  6. Jan 18, 2014 #6
    piotrm

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    as well very alike Ponthieva garayana maybe some intermediate form? very nice one!!!
     
  7. Jan 18, 2014 #7
    Marni

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    The foliage is very different and both species are valid. If you look at the lip on the two of them, it really is quite different.
     
  8. Jan 18, 2014 #8
    piotrm

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    Yes,I just had quick look and know exactly nothing about them ;-)