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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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