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Gastrochilus bellinus Rchb.f. Kze. 1891

Jan 142010

It´s no wonder, that the Gastrochilus bellinus (Rchb.f.) Kze. 1891 orchid is in common parlance called The Cute Gastrochilus.
The really cute, waxy flowers of this outstandigung small orchid reaches a size of about 3,5 cm and have a nice fragrance.
Gastrochilus bellinus (Rchb.f.) Kze. 1891 orchids are endemic to Burma (Myanmar) Thailand, Laos and South China and grow in forests at elevations
of 600 - 1700 meters.
Flowering Period: January - March

Gastrochilus bellinus (Rchb.f) Kze.
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Image: Gastrochilus bellinus (Rchb.f.) Kze. 1891
Photographer: Posantor “Chocolate” Saelie

Gastrochilus bellinus (Rchb.f) Kze.
© Orchid Flowers.com
Image: Gastrochilus bellinus (Rchb.f.) Kze. 1891 (Macro)
Photographer: Posantor “Chocolate” Saelie