Sedirea subparishii (Z.H. Tsi) Christenson 1985 Synonyms: Basionym: Hygrochilus subparishii Z.H. Tsi 1982 Common name(s): "NAGO RAN" in Japanese Pronunciation: seh-DEHR-ee-ahsub-par-ISH-ee-eye Derivation:Sedirea is Aerides spelled backwards, since this species was initially described as an Aerides. Plant: Epiphytic; normally pendant plants and flowers; monopodial plants have no water storage organs and can dry out easily in warm or dry weather. Flowers: See illustrations. Sedirea blooms primarily from spring through early summer. The inflorescence may have from three to eight flowers. Fragrant: Yes. Bloomtimes: Spring through early summer. Habitat: Epiphytic in pine forests. Distribution: China and Korea Culture: See culture for Sedirea japonica. Photograph courtesy of Dowery Orchids, where you can buy this species. back to top

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