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Aphyllorchis pallida
terrestrial orchid, about 50cm tall
tropical rainforest
I just did a short hike near the HQ for my first hike in Kubah national park. I was surprised to spot 2 orchids, both in great condition and in a good spot to photograph.
Awesome plant, it's rare to see this mainly temperate Eurasian tribe (Epidendroideae: Neottieae) in the tropics.
Spotted on Mar 8, 2014
Submitted on May 10, 2014
