Leafless Orchid

Leafless orchid, Praecoxanthus aphyllus
Family: Orchidaceae
Genus: Praecoxanthus
Species: aphyllus
Main Flower Colour: Cream
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Description

Photo by Graeme W.

Flowering start in August.

Identification

The main flower colour is cream. The species name (aphyllus) means "without leaves".

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