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Spathoglottis plicata (Orquidia filipina)

The name of this evergreen, terrestrial orchid has its origin in the greek word for „spathe“ for sword as flowers emerge from long stems out of the bulb.

    • Common names: Philippine ground orchid, Purple ground orchid

    • Botanical family: Orchidaceae

    • Geographic origin: Southeast Asia, Australia and the Pacific

    • Current geographic distribution: Tropical regions

    • Pollination: By insects and self pollination

    •Uses: Ornamental plant
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