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absolutely stunning terrestrial orchid with breathtaking black leaves and striped flowers
tropical heath forest, 1000m
The 4km stretch through tropical heath forest in Maliau basin on the way to Nepenthes camp is one of the most amazing trails I've ever hiked. Everywhere I looked were Nepenthes and orchids. Though many orchids weren't in flower, I found this amazing specimen growing close to the trial. My guide had left me at this point, he was hungry and I was too slow, so I had to spot all these orchids on my own.
Spotted on Jan 30, 2014
Submitted on Aug 16, 2014
6 Comments
Thanks Hema.
stunning series!!
Thanks StirredMocha. I was thinking Tainia too but can't find any matches yet.
Pretty sure this lovely is from the tribe Collabieae. Looks suggestive of genus Tainia but can't find any matches.
Wow another wild orchid,beautiful Dan,you have a great collection of wild flower but the orchids are just gorgeous,congrats and thanks for sharing
Beautiful photos, Dan!