Laelia speciosa
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| Laelia speciosa (Kunth) Schltr., 1914 |
Laelia speciosa, commonly known as the Mayflower orchid, is an orchid found in area of Mexico with high elevation of 1,400 m (4,593 ft) to 2,400 m (7,874 ft). The plant is very drought resistant and can tolerate cool to warm conditions. It blooms from summer to fall, producing fragrant flowers. There are usually three to four flowers on an inflorence.
[edit] Varieties
- Alba: a Laelia speciosa with fully white flowers
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