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Dendrobium spectabile

This is a discussion on Dendrobium spectabile within the Cattleyas, Vandas, Dendrobiums IN BLOOM forums, part of the Orchid Photography category; What Would you describe the fragrance as? Posted via Mobile Device...

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  1. 09-22-2011, 09:59 PM #11
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  2. 09-23-2011, 07:05 AM #12
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    Oh, that is so cool. I have a seedling version of this orchid. I hope I can get it to bloom like this one!!

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    Love the detailing on this one. Thanks for sharing Natalie .
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    Great shots. Awesome blooms.
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    Wow, love this species how big is your plant, very pretty.
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    Quote Originally Posted by pavel View Post
    I've always loved spectabile's flowers. Alas, I do not foresee ever doing more than enjoying their flowers by the efforts of others -- the plants just get WAY too big!
    My plant is not too big yet! The youngest growth (cane & leaf together) is 18" tall.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Jef09071984 View Post
    cool orchid, so unique! :-)
    Quote Originally Posted by Brutal_Dreamer View Post
    Oh, that is so cool. I have a seedling version of this orchid. I hope I can get it to bloom like this one!!
    Jeffrey, Bruce, Mazlan, Yew, Zain,
    thank you very much!! I am honored by your compliments!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Lonestar Cattleya View Post
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    sorry for the late response. I am not sure but it reminds me of apple blossom with some mild spices.. The scent is very pleasant, very good.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Nataliwind View Post
    My plant is not too big yet! The youngest growth (cane & leaf together) is 18" tall.
    The ones I have seen at shows have been about 5ft tall........
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    Awesome blooms! Sounds like it smells delicious too.
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