Kōrero: Orchids

Epiphytic orchid

Epiphytic orchid

Drymoanthus adversus is an epiphytic orchid: it grows on tree trunks or rock outcrops. Its wide-spreading roots anchor it to the host tree. During spring and early summer it sends out a spike with 10–15 tiny, pale green flowers.

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Department of Conservation
Reference: 10055502
Photograph by Dick Veitch

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Te tuhi tohutoro mō tēnei whārangi:

Ian St George, 'Orchids - Orchid habitat, features and conservation', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/mi/photograph/9929/epiphytic-orchid (accessed 29 March 2024)

He kōrero nā Ian St George, i tāngia i te 24 Sep 2007