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Trichocentrum orchid

Trichocentrum sprucei

Range: South America

This species is native to South America, found in Brazil, Bolivia, and surrounding regions. Adapted to warm, dry environments and features thick, “mule-ear” leaves that help conserve water. This species produces long, arching inflorescences packed with numerous small to medium-sized flowers that are typically yellow with dark brown or reddish spots and blotches. The flowers have a broad showy lip and are sometimes fragrant. Blooming can occur at various times of the year depending on growing conditions.

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Orquídea Trichocentrum

Trichocentrum sprucei

Distribución: América del Sur

Esta especie es nativa de América del Sur y se encuentra en Brasil, Bolivia y regiones circundantes. Está adaptada a ambientes cálidos y secos, y presenta hojas gruesas en forma de “orejas de mula” que ayudan a conservar el agua. Produce inflorescencias largas y arqueadas, repletas de numerosas flores pequeñas a medianas que suelen ser amarillas con manchas y moteados de color marrón oscuro o rojizo. Las flores tienen un labelo ancho y vistoso, y a veces son fragantes. La floración puede ocurrir en diferentes momentos del año, dependiendo de las condiciones de cultivo.
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