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Local Name Harlequin dancing-lady orchid
Botanical Name Tolumnia variegata (Sw.) Braem
Common Name Harlequin dancing-lady orchid
Family Orchidaceae
Distribution It is found in Caribbean Islands.
Habit Epiphyte
Short Description It is an epiphytic orchid with great morphological variation.

Descriptions

Pseudobulb is flattened and hidden by overlapping longitudinal folded basal of the distichous leaves. Inflorescence slender, erect, flower spikes emerge from the leaf axil. Flower combination of lavender, white, maroon, pink, purple and orange tones

Flowering & Fruiting Period

November-February

Use(s)

It is primarily grown for ornamental purposes due to its attractive, colorful flowers.