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La Croix, I. & Cribb, P.J. (1995) Orchidaceae (Part 1) Flora Zambesiaca 11(1)
Terrestrial herb, occasionally saprophytic, with very short rhizomes, numerous fleshy roots and simple erect leafy stems. Leaves ovate or lanceolate, plicate. Inflorescence racemose; flowers usually dull reddish or greenish, pedicelled. Sepals and petals free. Lip with no spur, but with a nectar-containing cup. Column short, flat or concave in front, with a shallow cup at the apex. Pollinia 2, attached near the rostellum apex. Worldwide: c. 25 species mostly in northern temperate regions but with 3 species in tropical Africa. Mozambique: 1 taxon. |
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