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Spotted Zygopetalum
Zygopetalum maculatum


English Common Name: Spotted Zygopetalum

Chinese Name / 中文名: Not known

Other Local Name: Not known

Family Name: Orchidaceae

Scientific Name: Zygopetalum maculatum

Synonym: Broughtonia maculata, Dendrobium maculatum, Eulophia mackaiana, Maxillaria maculata, Zygopetalum bolivianum, Zygopetalum intermedium, Zygopetalum mackay, Zygopetalum rivieri, Zygopetalum velutinum

Classification: Angiosperms (Flowering Plants)‎ > ‎Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants Division)‎ > ‎Asparagales‎ > ‎Orchidaceae (Orchid Family)‎ > ‎Zygopetalum

Origin: South America

Growth Habit: Shrub

Characteristic: An epiphyte with ovoid and smooth psuedobulbs, strap-like plicate leaves, and fragrant, waxy and long-lived flowers.

Care Requirements: Prefers partial shade and moderate watering.

Images Location: Malaysia

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