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Zootrophion atropurpureum = schenckii

Discussion in 'Orchid Species' started by piotrm, Aug 2, 2012.

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  1. piotrm

    piotrm Well-Known Member

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    Finally I did flower it and was curious what is inside of the flower shell, which is made from joined 3 sepals. Well inside tiny petals and suede lip were hidden.




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  2. Tom-DE

    Tom-DE Well-Known Member Supporting Member

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    While I can bloom some of the Zootrophion regularly, this is not one of them. Nice job!
     
  3. Marni

    Marni Well-Known Member Staff Member Supporting Member

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    Nice images too.