Taxon

Coelogyne cristata

Coelogyne cristata - Snow queen
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Common name: Snow queen
Family: Orchidaceae (Orchid)
Distribution: Himalayas
IUCN Red list: Not evaluated
Life form: Epiphytic
Comments: Although it is better known by its botanical name, Coelogyne cristata does have nicknames around the world. In Scandinavia and Germany, it is known as the “Snow Queen” because it keeps blooming in the melting snow.
Links: American Orchid Society • Travaldo's blog • Wikipedia

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