Oeoniella polystachys 喇叭脣風蘭, orchid species

Oeoniella polystachys is one of the few Angraecoids that inhabits the lowlands of eastern Madagascar itself, as well as all three island chains surrounding Madagascar: the Comoro Islands west of the northern tip of Madagascar, the Mascarene Islands to the east of Madagascar, and the Seychelles Islands to the north and northeast of Madagascar. Oenla. polystachys is epiphytic, and grows primarily on trees not much higher than sea level.

These flowers are heavily fragrant just after dusk and into the middle of the evening; flower size ranges from slightly under an inch to a little over an inch and a half (2-4cm). The sepals and petals are thin, pointed and usually have their pointed tips curled slightly in.
For a beginner hobbyist, Oenla. polystachys is an easy Angraecoid to start growing. As with any orchid species or hybrid, give the plant it’s requirements and it will grace you with beautiful blooms every year.