Arne's Orchid Corner

Together with my husband, Arne, I am writing about our orchid collection that is constantly expanding. Orchids are his favourite and coming from Malaysia, this was one of the many things about him that surprises me. I found it interesting how he cultured orchids up in Sweden. Of course with all the modern technology and pure dedication, I've come to realize that this is indeed possible! These orchids are beautiful and I definitely want others to share in their beauty.

Saturday, April 4, 2015

Orchid Update: Leptotes bicolor 'Khairul Bariah' CCM/AOS

Leptotes bicolor 'Khairul Bariah' CCM/AOS

Today we were awarded the Certificate of Cultural Merit (CCM) by the American Orchid Society (AOS) for our Leptotes bicolor. The clonal name is 'Khairul Bariah', (which is me...again!). I am so happy Arne took my suggestion to take it for judging. So the official name of this clone is, Leptotes bicolor 'Khairul Bariah' CCM/AOS.

I truly felt this orchid is worth an evaluation. It is 15 years old and with his hard work and care, it has thrived. The plan to keep the orchid in the basement to prevent the flowers from wilting worked very well (see my last post from March 29th). Today there are still 56 flowers on nine influorescence.

In case you are wondering what are the criteria for getting a CCM, according to the AOS, "CCM is awarded to the exhibitor of a well-flowered specimen plant of robust health. The plant must score more between 80 to 89 points inclusive on a 100 point scale".

2 comments:

AnonymousApril 16, 2015 at 1:40 PM
Congratulations!! What an achievement!
And it is beautifull!!
Best regards
Margarida
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KaroleApril 16, 2015 at 2:13 PM
Thanks! We are very happy about this too! A 15 years old orchid and it is one of my favorite. Next time a CCE. We can dream!
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