Hygrochilus orchid

Hygrochilus parishii var. purpureus

Description:

small, epiphytic orchid

Habitat:

tropical forest, 800m

Notes:

I spotted this orchid near the visitors centre in Nam Nao national park. It's not a great photo as it was high on a tree and the wind kept blowing branches in front of it obscuring good views. I hope it's enough for an ID at least to genus.

Species ID Suggestions

5 Comments

Dan Doucette 11 years ago

Thanks for the ID sebastian. Great to have another orchidophile on Noah. Can you take a look at some of my other unidentified orchids when you get a chance. I appreciate it.

orchid.sebastian 11 years ago

Hi, it is Hygrochilus parishii var. purpureus
:-) Jiri

Dan Doucette 12 years ago

Thanks Craig, I appreciate the search. I know you love the orchid challenge!

craigwilliams 12 years ago

Hmmm........ My first guess would've been a Phal, for sure but can't find a species match at the moment. Will try and have a better look tomorrow. Nice spot!