Wild orchids face growing challenges as conservation falls short
At first glance, it is easy to see why Corybas puniceus has captured the attention of collectors around the world. Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, its unusual shape and bursts of color make it unlike almost anything else in the orchid world. The species, found only in Southeast Asia, i...
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At first glance, it is easy to see why Corybas puniceus has captured the attention of collectors around the world. Small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, its unusual shape and bursts of color make it unlike almost anything else in the orchid world. The species, found only in Southeast Asia, is classified as critically endangered.
Originally published at Phys.org
