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  1. June 7th, 2011, 12:35 PM #1
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    Default Constantia microscopica

    The individual growth and flower are tiny, ~0.3"
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  2. June 7th, 2011, 01:14 PM #2
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    So, microscopica is an apt name, eh? These are great - I love them. They are definitely going on my list of must-haves. I imagine we'll hear from Branka about this one!
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    Quote Originally Posted by panam View Post
    So, microscopica is an apt name, eh? These are great - I love them. They are definitely going on my list of must-haves. I imagine we'll hear from Branka about this one!
    You already know Patty what I'd said... It is a must have
    A beauty!
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    What a truly tiny jewel!
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    absolutely amazing! i dare say Branka will have one follow her home soon.... btw, Congrats Branka
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    Hard to see the leaves for the roots but that blossom surely is held high and proud!
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    The roots of this orchid are so frenetic! haha... love this one!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Brutal_Dreamer View Post
    The roots of this orchid are so frenetic! haha... love this one!

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    Frenetic! Now, how often does one get to use that word in a conversation?! Good word, though, Bruce!
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    I absolutely love this tiny plant. The roots are crazy growing everywhere and the flowers are beautiful !!! It's been added to the must have list...
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    very lovely plant! i noticed, most of your plants have extreme healthy roots, well done Tom!
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