Description:
Peristeria ephippium, also known as the Saddle Flower Orchid or Dove Orchid, is renowned for its creamy-white blossoms with a saddle-shaped lip and a sweet fragrance of honey and vanilla. Native to Central and South America, it grows in rainforests to cloud forests and holds cultural significance in native traditions. This orchid faces threats from habitat loss and overcollection.
Sources:
- [1] Peristeria ephippium: Ecuagenera USA. Visit Source
- [2] Peristeria ephippium: Ecuagenera USA. Visit Source
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Last Updated August 18, 2025
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Ecuagenera USA | Peristeria ephippium |
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$32.00 |