Common name is Monkey Orchid, Hardy Calanthe Orchid.
Botanical name is Calanthe tricarinate and Family is Orchidaceae (Orchid family).
It is called a Monkey Orchid because its flowers look like the face of a monkey.Its flowers have greenish yellow petals and one big brown petal with various markings. Monkey orchid is hard to find. It prefers woodland conditions, moistbut well drained soils . The foliage is evergreen in mild winters but may become decidious when temperatures approach 10 degree F.
The beautiful Monkey Orchid is extremely rare, beautiful and precious. It is found in Ecuador, South America - a true gift from nature and one that not only deserves our wonder but also our protection - help save rain forests and you help save the beautiful gifts of nature.
renukakkar 24.5.2012
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