Maxillaria schunkeana
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Brasiliorchis schunkeana (Campacci & Kautsky) R.B.Singer, S.Koehler & Carnevali[1]
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Brasiliorchis schunkeana (syn. Maxillaria schunkeana) is a species of orchid.[1] The colors of its flower are very close to black, but it is actually a very dark purple-red, giving the impression of a black flower.[2]
Distribution
The plant is found in the rainforest in Espiritu Santo State, Brazil,[1] at elevations of 600 to 700 meters.[2]
References
- ^ a b c d "Brasiliorchis schunkeana", World Checklist of Selected Plant Families, Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew, retrieved 2013-05-28
- ^ a b Giulietti & al. (2009). Plantas raras do Brasil: 1-496. Conservação International, Belo Horizonte, MG.