Neofinetia falcata - or not!

[Fairorchids]

While I am not a major Neo grower, I do keep an eye on what is coming to the market. Based on conversations with other growers (primarily Kristen Uthus from New World Orchids), I would like to share following:

It is exciting when you see a strongly colored Neo. However, as a general rule, the strongly colored flowers are NOT true Neofinetia falcata.

• Years ago I purchased Neofinetia falcata 'Beni-Komachi' from a well known seller (frequently mentioned in this forum). It is a hybrid.
• There is a well known clone simply called 'Yellow'. It is a hybrid.
• In recent years I have seen seedlings made with 'Koto'. It is a hybrid.
• In recent years I have seen seedlings made with 'Syoujou' or some such spelling. It is a hybrid.

In other words, if it has more pigment than Shu-Ten-Nou, it is likely too good to be true.