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Aerangis fuscata

Discussion in 'Orchid Species' started by Marni, Apr 16, 2009.

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  1. Apr 16, 2009 #1
    Marni

    Marni Well-Known Member Staff Member Supporting Member

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    6" flower. I'm not really happy with the image, but it is better than nothing and I know mrbreeze will appreciate it.
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  2. Apr 16, 2009 #2
    Forrest

    Forrest Really Neat

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    I like that. I would definitely grow that one.
     
  3. Apr 17, 2009 #3
    mrbreeze

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    Wow! For those that don't know, fuscata is really quite rare. I'm pretty sure mine is tagged as umbonata, a syn. And mine has about half the number of leaves that yours has. :( I think the Aerangis species with that general flower form, are my favorites. :clap:

    Where did it come from? Thanks for posting it!
     
  4. Apr 17, 2009 #4
    Marni

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    Mine came from Malala in Madagascar in 2005 and it was labeled umbonata. I looked it up and found that fuscata was the accepted name. Is yours in bloom? I would love to get/trade pollen if it is. Mine only has three leaves, but seems quite happy. In spite of the literature saying it grows from sea level to 1500m, I grow it quite cool. I also give it a winter rest.

    I have two more angs to photograph in the next day or two.
     
  5. Apr 17, 2009 #5
    Karen

    Karen Species nut

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    I like it too!
     
  6. Apr 17, 2009 #6
    Gordon

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    I think i saw one of these for sale at the local garden centre here (they had a little "orchid do" recently), not blooming size, but...
    /Gordon
     
  7. Apr 17, 2009 #7
    Marni

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    You didn't buy it?
     
  8. Apr 17, 2009 #8
    Ann

    Ann Beadin' fool

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    Lovely, Marni. That's really interesting. I can see how people get hooked.
     
  9. Apr 17, 2009 #9
    Gordon

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    I did buy some other stuff. I am starting to feel like i have neglected Angs... But i did buy an A. didieri. Mr Breeze gets to you (me) after a while ;) . Might have to go back to the shop. :rolleyes:
     
  10. Apr 17, 2009 #10
    Marni

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    I think you need to do some shopping. They don't take up much space. I'm growing this with my Rhync. cervantesii with a bit less light.
     
  11. Apr 17, 2009 #11
    Gordon

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    Yes Boss. :poke:
     
  12. Apr 17, 2009 #12
    Jean

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    Cool flower and very lovely photo!