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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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