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Ghost Orchid

By Geology and Ecology of National Parks 2010 (approx.)
On the trunk of a Cypress Tree grows a rare white flower called the Ghost Orchid. Lacking the traditional green leaves of other orchids species, its white leaves give away to a fragrant flower that smells like apples. It only blooms once a year between June & August.
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Detailed Description

Deep within a Cypress Swamp grows a rare sight, the Ghost Orchid. With their roots camouflaged on the tree, it gives the orchid the appearance that the flower is floating mid-air, hence how it got its name. National Park Service.

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https://www.nps.gov/bicy/learn/nature/ghost-orchid.htm