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Old 09-14-2014, 05:13 PM
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Well shaped for a C. maxima, in my opinion. Will eventually produce heads of many flowers. From Suwada Orchids in Japan.

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Lovely ... I love the markings on the labellum.
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You're right, this is very well shaped. Its so rare for the petals and sepals to be held so erect on this species.
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The name is quite appropriate!
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Fancy!
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Stunning and well photographed!
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Beautiful!!! I love the ruffles
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Exquisite! Beautifully grown and photographed!
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