Phragmipedium besseae var. besseae
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Variety
- Botanical Family: Orchidaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a lithophyte.
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Phragmipedium besseae var. besseae is a lithophytic orchid within the Orchidaceae family. It originates in South America. Within its native range, this variety is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. It is a naturally occurring variety of Phragmipedium besseae, which is linked below, along with other varieties of this species.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Air Plant
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Ecuador, Peru
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