Two Phalaenopsis bellina (I think...)

[smweaver]

I don't know how to tell the difference between Phalaenopsis bellina and violacea. If anyone knows of a sure way to determine one from the other, I would appreciate hearing your opinion.

Whatever these two are, they have large, thick, very shiny and round (almost circular) leaves that are almost like those of a succulent. The flowers also have impressive substance, as well as being fragrant during the day.

Steve

[jcec1]

I can't vouch for this being accurate, but I read that bellina has a sweet fragrance, whilst violacea is meant to have a spicy fragrance. I only have a bellina and to be honest I think it smells like lemon polish.

[Leafmite]

It looks like my Phal. bellina's flower.

[FairyInTheFlowers]

Yes, these are most certainly bellina. Phal. violacea has a much more smooth and even colouring without that concentration on the lateral sepals.

[Tindomul]

Gorgeous!! It appears that your Phal has some healthy leaves. Good growing on your part. I hope you find your ID.

[dangerouseddy]

those bellinas look very nice, probably smell great too.

[No-Pro-mwa]

What ever it is it's gorgeous.