Christieara Luang Prabang (Ascda Tubtim Velvet x Aerides Lawrenceae)

[Bud]

Presenting: Christieara Luang Prabang (Ascda Tubtim Velvet x Aerides Lawrenceae) in bloom. This new addition to my Vanda collection is quite fascinating in color and form. It does not resemble either parent. It has a unique lip folding over the center of the flower. The colors are soft pastels on a 4 inch flower that is very fragrant. It has a permeating scent of lilac and wisterias with a hint of watermelon that starts early morning and fades out by 10am…This usually produce 12 or more blooms …I took this picture when two of the flowers just fully opened and the other two are half opened…I will take another picture when the rest of the other buds opens.