Vanda falcata subsp. xichangensis explained

Vanda falcata subsp. xichangensis is a subspecies of Vanda falcata. It is an epiphytic orchid native to Southwest Sichuan, China.[1]

Description

The morphology closely resembles Vanda falcata, however the spur is shorter.[2]

Conservation

Like all orchids, it is protected under the CITES appendix II regulations of international trade.[3]

Notes and References

  1. 77299037-1 . Vanda falcata subsp. xichangensis (Z.J.Liu & S.C.Chen) Motes . 17 December 2023.
  2. Motes, M. R. (2021). The Natural Genus Vanda: A Monograph. USA: Redland Press.
  3. Web site: Vanda. CITES.