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Vanda caerulea, Himalayan orchid
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Vanda caerulea, Himalayan orchid
Illustration from the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London. This plant was thought to be extinct in 1996
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Asparagales Asterid Eudicot Lamiales Lilac Monocot Monocotyledon Oleaceae Orchid Orchidaceae Orchids Petal Purple Syringa Vanda Angiospermae Dicot Dicotyledon Magnoliophyta
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This exquisite illustration showcases the enchanting beauty of the Vanda caerulea, also known as the Himalayan orchid. Discovered in the high-altitude forests of the Himalayas, this rare and captivating orchid was once believed to be extinct in the late 1990s due to habitat destruction and over-collection for the horticultural trade. The Vanda caerulea is a member of the Orchidaceae family, which is the largest family of flowering plants with over 25,000 known species. This particular orchid is distinguished by its large, lilac-pink flowers, which bloom on long, arching spikes. Each flower features a distinctive labellum, or lip, which is adorned with intricate, waxy ridges and calluses. The botanical name Vanda caerulea translates to "blue Vanda," referring to the distinctive color of its flowers. This eudicotyledonous angiosperm is a monocot, belonging to the monocotyledonous subclass of flowering plants. It is also classified under the lamiales order, along with other well-known plants such as syringa (lilac) and petunia. This illustration, from the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London, captures the delicate details of the Vanda caerulea's anatomy with remarkable accuracy. The intricately drawn petals, sepals, and stamen reveal the complex structure of this remarkable flowering plant. Today, conservation efforts have helped to protect the Vanda caerulea and prevent its extinction. This stunning orchid continues to captivate botanists, horticulturists, and nature enthusiasts alike with its ethereal beauty and intriguing botanical history.
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