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Dendrobium speciosum - King Orchid


Dendrobium speciosum - King Orchid (Dendrobium speciosum - King Orchid)

This orchid is such a gorgeous sight, when in bloom. This very large orchid is growing outside under trees at the San Diego Zoo. Photo taken April 1, 2013.



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The flowers are very fragrant!

2 Apr, 2013

 

Wow.....Thats beautiful

2 Apr, 2013

 

Thanks! Yes, it's so gorgeous! It's located right in front of the orchid house, which is the building in the background.

2 Apr, 2013

 

Palmate
What a wonderful display see why it got its name

3 Apr, 2013

 

Yes, it's such a spectacular display! There were a couple of others in this area...this one was the most spectacular and largest, though!

3 Apr, 2013

 

That really is something else!

22 Apr, 2013

 

This is how my neighbor Randallsd's one blooms (he has his in his backyard in semi-shade in a big pot). He promised me a cutting two years ago. I'll have to go and collect from him! LOL! :>)

22 Apr, 2013

 

Well worth adding to the collection!

22 Apr, 2013

 

Yes, definitely! Randallsd's orchid is as large as this posted plant.

23 Apr, 2013



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