POS 2008 Mid-Year Show - Winners 1: Trichoglottis atropurpurea

Philippine Orchid Society 2008 Mid-Year Show

Trichoglottis atropurpurea (Exhibitor: Cora Purificacion) - Best in Show, Best Philippine Species

Trichoglottis atropurpurea

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This plant deserves the Best In Show, with at least 5 leads ranging from 12 cm to almost a meter in height, with each node bearing a flower measuring 3cm in width, with a glossy firm texture, clear red sepals and petals contrasting beautifully with the fuschia-pink lip. There was no award for the Best Cultured Plant in this show (I don't know why?), but I think this plant should have won this prize as well.

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