It does poke a black tongue, Sue. It must be a liar!
I have another form with lighter colours also. Must be a variable species.
As for orchid mythology, I doubt that this species fits the part. Nice try!
Have a good day,
Peter

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"Susan Erickson" wrote in message
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On Thu, 30 Nov 2006 12:36:43 GMT, "P Max"
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Maxillaria cucullata
From Mexico to Ecuador
Reminds me of after effects of having sucked on a licorice bar - in the
good
old days.
Peter

G That is a kick. Delightfully different flower... OK is this "THE
Black Orchid" of Myth?
SuE
http://orchids.legolas.org/gallery/orchids