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Rossioglossum krameri

Rossioglossum krameri (Rchb.f.) M.W.Chase & N.H.Williams
Rossioglossum krameri
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Rossioglossum krameri is an orchid species in the Orchidaceae family, native to Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panama. It was formally described in 2008 by M.W. Chase and N.H. Williams, based on earlier work by Rchb.f.

Description

Rossioglossum krameri belongs to the Orchidaceae family, one of the largest families of flowering plants. This species is distributed across Central American countries including Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and Panama. The scientific name was published in 2008 by M.W. Chase and N.H. Williams, incorporating the earlier taxonomic work of Rchb.f. As a member of the genus Rossioglossum, it shares characteristics typical of orchids, such as specialized floral structures adapted for pollination.

Distribution

Costa Rica · Nicaragua · Panamá

Synonyms

Odontoglossum krameriOdontoglossum krameri var. albumOdontoglossum krameri var. smithianumTicoglossum krameriTicoglossum krameri var. albumTicoglossum krameri var. smithianumTicoglossum krameri f. albumOdontoglossum krameri var. album

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