Bletia patula

[Sue]

Bloom is very similar in size and appearance to a Bletilla, but opens further. The more rounded petals give it a bit more 'cuddliness' in a way—a bit more of a teddy bear look. Blooming semi-successively.

I've read some places that it's terrestrial, and others that it's epiphytic or lithophytic. My guess is that is depends on the climate. Mine is in pro-mix and perlite.

The full-plant picture looks strange. I had trouble correcting for all the black in the background and the bleaching-out of the flower, so it looks a bit flat.

 

[NYEric]

Thanx for sharing.

 

[parvi_17]

Really cool! I've always wanted a Bletia.

 

[JeanLux]

very interesting bloom!!! Jean

 

[John M]

Very nice.

 

[KyushuCalanthe]

Thanks for sharing this one Sue. Not a plant you see in many collections.

 

[Lanmark]

Sweet!

 

[SlipperFan]

Pretty pink!

 

[goldenrose]

:clap::clap:Thanks for the treat!

 

[smartie2000]

beautiful, I have not seen this before