This extraordinary Spotted-orchid can hardly be described as "Common". It has multiple flower spikes.
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The top view of multiple flower spikes. Isn't that strange! It is also highly fragrant, which suggests that it may be a hybrid of a Common Spotted and a Fragrant orchid.
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