About

A giant-sized, epiphytic orchid from South and Southeast Asia bearing racemes of 3�6 very large, cup-shaped, pale pink to white flowers up to 10cm across with a yellow-orange throat and distinctive curving lip lobes. A spectacular warm-growing species for a tropical orchid glasshouse or outdoor cultivation in tropical climates.

About the genus

A medium to large-sized, evergreen, tropical epiphytic orchid, valued for its large, bright-coloured, long-lasting flowers, often used by florists. As a typical example of a monopodial orchid, the new growth emerges from a central tip on a long, central rhizome, while older, lower leaves gradually drop off. Strap-shaped, green or dark-green leaves, up to 60 cm long angle out from the main stem. A characteristic feature of the plant is an impressive root system that hangs downwards at the base of the plant. New roots emerge from the central stem, following the ascending growing trend. Inflorescences emerge from axils of leaves and main stem, and carry up to 8 large, waxy, round-shaped flowers.

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