Trichosalpinx
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Trichosalpinx, commonly known as the bonnet orchid, is a genus
of about 100 species of neotropical orchid. They are characterized by the presence of a ringed, ribbed sheath around the stem. The generic name means "trumpet with hair" and refers to this ring.
Genus
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of about 100 species of neotropical orchid. They are characterized by the presence of a ringed, ribbed sheath around the stem. The generic name means "trumpet with hair" and refers to this ring.