Common jewel orchid (Zeuxine oblonga)
Description
The orchid has a fleshy stem and grows to 150 mm in height. The 3–7 leaves form a loose rosette; they are 80 x 30 mm, dark green in colour with wavy margins. The pinkish flower stem bears 5–30 dull green and white, small, hairy flowers about 4 mm across. It is recognised by its flowers and its divided labellum.
Taxonomic tree
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Domain: Eukarya
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Kingdom: Plantae
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Class: Liliopsida
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Order: Asparagales
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Family: Orchidaceae
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Genus: Zeuxine
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