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Arethusa

Description Arethusa, also known as the Dragon’s Mouth Orchid, is a stunning and unique species of orchid native to North America. This orchid gets its name from the Greek mythological figure, Arethusa, who was transformed into a spring by the goddess Artemis. The Arethusa orchid is a terrestrial plant that grows in wetlands, bogs, and fens. It is a small…
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Arethusa Bulbosa

Description Arethusa Bulbosa, commonly known as dragon’s mouth orchid, is a rare and exquisite orchid found in North America. It is a small, terrestrial plant that grows up to 15 centimeters in height. This orchid blooms in late spring to early summer and produces one or two flowers per stem. The flowers are pink or magenta in color and have…
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Arachnis

Description Arachnis, commonly known as spider orchids, is a genus of orchids that belongs to the family Orchidaceae. This genus consists of about 20 species of epiphytic and lithophytic orchids, which are native to Southeast Asia, the Philippines, and Indonesia. The name Arachnis was derived from the Greek word “arachne,” which means spider, due to its spider-like appearance. Taxonomic Information…
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Aphyllorchis

Description Aphyllorchis is a genus of orchids that is known for its unique characteristic of having no leaves. Instead, the stem of the plant performs the function of photosynthesis. This genus is native to Asia and is found in countries such as China, Japan, Taiwan, and Korea. Aphyllorchis orchids are highly valued by collectors for their unusual appearance and require…
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Aporostylis

Description Aporostylis is a genus of orchids that belongs to the family Orchidaceae. The name Aporostylis comes from the Greek words “aporos,” which means “without pores,” and “stylis,” which means “style.” This refers to the absence of a visible style in the flower. There are currently four known species of Aporostylis, which are all native to New Zealand. These orchids…
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Aplectrum Hyemale

Description Aplectrum Hyemale, also known as the putty root orchid, is a fascinating plant that belongs to the Orchidaceae family. This rare and elusive orchid is native to North America and can be found in the eastern regions of the United States and Canada. The plant is known for its unique and intriguing appearance, which includes a single leaf that…
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Appendicula Cornuta

Description Appendicula Cornuta is a stunning epiphytic orchid that is native to the Philippines. It belongs to the Orchidaceae family, which is one of the largest families of flowering plants in the world. This orchid is known for its beautiful flowers that bloom in clusters and can range in color from white to yellow to pink. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota…
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Aphyllorchis Caudata

Description Aphyllorchis caudata is a rare and unique orchid species found in Southeast Asia, particularly in Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. It is a terrestrial orchid that grows in moist and shady areas, such as primary and secondary forests, and along riverbanks. Its scientific name is derived from the Greek words “aphyllon” meaning leafless and “orchis” meaning testicle, referring to its…
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Angraecum

Description Angraecum is a genus of orchids that contains over 200 species. It is native to Africa, Madagascar, and nearby islands. These orchids are known for their unique, beautiful flowers that are often white, green, or yellow. Angraecum orchids are epiphytic, meaning they grow on other plants or trees in their natural habitat. They have adapted to this lifestyle by…
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Ansellia

Description Ansellia is a genus of orchids that are native to Africa. The genus was named after John Ansell, a British collector of African orchids. Ansellia is a monotypic genus, meaning it only has one species, Ansellia africana. This orchid is commonly known as the leopard orchid, due to the leopard-like spots on its flowers. Taxonomic Information Domain Eukaryota Kingdom…
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