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Pleurothallis pectinata 'Champagne Bubbles'
This species has always attracted attention when shown but no other orchid in my collection has received so many accolades. Here is the complete list (forgive my bragging):
Oct 2009:
Fordyce 'Red' Marsh Memorial Trophy
Best Species Orchid of Show
Pleurothallid Alliance Ron Griesbeck Trophy
Most unusual Pleurothallid of Show
CCM
(Certificate of Cultural Merit)The beginning orchid grower may hope to attain this award because it recognizes the grower, rather than flower quality. The CCM/AOS may be given more than once if the plant continues to thrive and increase in both the size and number of flowers.
CBR
(Certificate of Botanical Recognition)
Awarded to rare and unusual species with educational interest that has received no previous awards. The entire plant must be exhibited. This award is granted provisionally and filed with the judging center Chair pending taxonomic verification supplied by the exhibitor.
August 2011:
CCE
(Certificate of Cultural Excellence)
Awarded to the exhibitor of a well-flowered specimen plant of robust health. Plants receiving this award represent the highest level of orchid culture.
September 2011:
And much to my surprise it was featured in a two page spread in Orchids magazine, the monthly periodical of the American Orchid Society!
Pleurothallis pectinata 'Champagne Bubbles'
This species has always attracted attention when shown but no other orchid in my collection has received so many accolades. Here is the complete list (forgive my bragging):
Oct 2009:
Fordyce 'Red' Marsh Memorial Trophy
Best Species Orchid of Show
Pleurothallid Alliance Ron Griesbeck Trophy
Most unusual Pleurothallid of Show
CCM
(Certificate of Cultural Merit)The beginning orchid grower may hope to attain this award because it recognizes the grower, rather than flower quality. The CCM/AOS may be given more than once if the plant continues to thrive and increase in both the size and number of flowers.
CBR
(Certificate of Botanical Recognition)
Awarded to rare and unusual species with educational interest that has received no previous awards. The entire plant must be exhibited. This award is granted provisionally and filed with the judging center Chair pending taxonomic verification supplied by the exhibitor.
August 2011:
CCE
(Certificate of Cultural Excellence)
Awarded to the exhibitor of a well-flowered specimen plant of robust health. Plants receiving this award represent the highest level of orchid culture.
September 2011:
And much to my surprise it was featured in a two page spread in Orchids magazine, the monthly periodical of the American Orchid Society!