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Pterygodium catholicum

Pterygodium catholicum (L.) Sw.
Pterygodium catholicum
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Pterygodium catholicum is a species in the Orchidaceae family, native to the Cape Provinces. It was published in 1800 and belongs to the genus Pterygodium.

Description

Pterygodium catholicum (L.) Sw. is a member of the Orchidaceae family, commonly known as the orchid family. It is found in the Cape Provinces region. The species was formally described in the year 1800 and is classified under the genus Pterygodium. This genus is part of the diverse and widespread Orchidaceae, which includes a wide range of flowering plants adapted to various ecological conditions.

Distribution

Cape Provinces

Synonyms

Ophrys alarisOphrys catholicaArethusa alarisPterygodium alare

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