Orchid flower (Maxillaria hematoglossa). The black petal (centre,actually dark red) is a specialised structure called the lip. It attracts pollinators to the flower. This orchid is found in Mexico. It is an epiphytic orchid (one that grows in trees). There are more than 30,000 species of orchids worldwide,many of which are grown as ornamental flowers | |
Licence : | Droits gérés |
Crédit: | Science Photo Library / Harcourt Davies, Paul |
Taille de l’image : | 3399 px × 5139 px |
Model Release : | Non requis |
Property Release : | Non requis |
Restrictions : | - |