Xanthic Cattleya aurantiaca

[Royal]

That's a neat observation, Rosie. I've never considered that but you're totally right! It looks just like fake lily anthers.

[RosieC]

A lilly! that's the flower I was thinking of. I couln't quite place what it reminded me of.

When I look closely I see it on the orange one as well, but it's more striking on the yellow.

[Rosim_in_BR]

Originally Posted by RosieC

Then I realised they were spots, and I reckon the orchid could be trying to mimic a flower which has them. After reading that National Geographic article which someone posted a link to a few weeks back, it's really interesting to spot the 'trickery' used by orchids.

That could perfectly be!