Coconut orchids (Maxillaria tenuifolia) are originally from Central America. They’re noteworthy for their flowers’ blood red color and a coconut scent. I admit, I didn’t detect much scent, but my sense of smell is not exactly acute. The flowers bloom in spring for a week or more.
I saw this orchid at Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden during a visit with Terri, from Second Wind Leisure Perspectives, who was visiting the Big Island for a week. Terri hosts the Sunday Stills challenge and her theme this week, coincidentally, is ‘Tropical.’ See more responses here.
We had a good stroll around the garden taking the usual slew of photos. Though I’m a regular visitor to the garden I always see new things, and this coconut orchid was one. For more information about Hawaii Tropical Botanical Garden, go to htbg.com.
Also posted in response to this week’s Friendly Friday challenge on the theme of ‘Feelings of Spring.’ See more responses here.
Graham's Island 
How lovely to share your walk with another blogger. Thanks for joining in again. Gorgeous flower with am unusual name.
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Thanks. I enjoy orchids more and more since I moved here.
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I imagine they would be prolific in the islands
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They’re everywhere!
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That is a great shot of the orchid, Graham! It didn’t smell much like coconuts like you said but it sure is stunning! I had a great time shooting flowers with you and strolling through the gardens!
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Thanks Terri. Yes, it was a fun day. I might go back to the garden again next month.
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