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Cattleya lobata var. alba

This is a discussion on Cattleya lobata var. alba within the Cattleyas, Vandas, Dendrobiums IN BLOOM forums, part of the Orchid Photography category; Cattleya lobata var. alba This plant is a reliable bloomer. And this year with 6 ...

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  1. 11-15-2012, 02:58 PM #1
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    Default Cattleya lobata var. alba

    Cattleya lobata var. alba

    This plant is a reliable bloomer.
    And this year with 6 flowers on two inflorescence it is really showing off.
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  2. 11-15-2012, 03:30 PM #2
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    Wow! That's a beautiful example of the species. It's a great photograph also.
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    Quote Originally Posted by tucker85 View Post
    Wow! That's a beautiful example of the species. It's a great photograph also.
    Jeff,

    Some plants are photogenic and it's easy to take good photos.
    This plant is one of them.
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    What a beautiful and elegant orchid. WOW! I really love it. Thanks for sharing.
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    That is a flawlessly white presentation!
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    This looks like a special orchid in bloom for a special occasion............................AL
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    Great shots of a great catt!
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    Very beautiful. I love all lobata varieties.
    For the 1st time, there is a sheath on my lobata var.alba. Maybe in spring...
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