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09-27-2023, 06:41 PM
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Aerides odorata var. alba
Just got it, so I can't take credit. Might try to breed it to my large adult (standard-flowered) odorata next summer.
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09-27-2023, 07:52 PM
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Oh those are gorgeous! Are they fragrant?
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09-27-2023, 08:20 PM
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Yes, very fragrant. A rather citrusy smell, with maybe just a little cinnamon and nutmeg (according to my partner, who claims to have a better nose than I have). It's a pretty good scent.
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09-27-2023, 09:50 PM
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Well tell your partner thanks to that description I now have to add it to my wish list. 😉 Keep us posted on how it does!
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09-28-2023, 03:33 AM
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The flowers are lovely.
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09-28-2023, 08:34 AM
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My favorite genera.
Guess now I need to go shopping for an alba.
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09-28-2023, 10:45 AM
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super nice- i love the normal one with the subtle yellows and purple but this is quite striking
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09-28-2023, 12:10 PM
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Ohhh nice. Can you post a pix of entire plant?
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09-28-2023, 05:32 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Keysguy
My favorite genera.
Guess now I need to go shopping for an alba.
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This one came from Odom's (relatively close to you, maybe?). Might not hurt to give them a call.
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