Trichoglottis atropurpurea (Trichoglottis philippinensis)
Trichoglottis atropurpurea - a botanical species with compact growth, which may have roots along the entire length of the plant. The flowers are large, fragrant, and appear on short stems.
Fragrant flowers!
Flower size: approx. 6 cm
Flowering period: At any time of the year (free flowering). It tends to bloom more often in spring and summer.
Synonyms:
Stauropsis philippinensis var. brachiata (Ames) Ames & Quisumb. (1933)
Trichoglottis bicruris Kraenzl. (1916)
Trichoglottis brachiata Ames (1922)
Trichoglottis philippinensis var. brachiata (Ames) L.O.Williams (1938)
This hybrid is cared for like a Vanda orchid. See the care guide on the Blog.
Stock specimens show leaves with defects.