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Flowers of Tiger Orchid plant, Grammatophyllum speciosum, the largest orchid species in the world Royalty Free Stock Photo

Large inflorescence of Tiger Orchid plant, Grammatophyllum speciosum, bearing multiple flowers Royalty Free Stock Photo

Flowering Tiger Orchid, Grammatophyllum speciosum, cultivated as a terrestrial plant, with floral stalks carrying many flowers Royalty Free Stock Photo

Flower of Tiger Orchid Grammatophyllum speciosum, with distinctive brown & yellow patterns, isolated on white Royalty Free Stock Photo

Tiger Orchid flowers are about 10cm wide, with pale greenish-yellow sepals & petals, as well as striking orange-brown patterns Royalty Free Stock Photo

Flowers of Tiger Orchid plant, Grammatophyllum speciosum, the largest orchid species in the world

Also called giant orchid, sugar cane orchid or queen of the orchids, Grammatophyllum speciosum is the largest orchid species in the world, with specimens growing up to 2 tonnes. The common name, Tiger Orchid is given after the striking brown & yellow flower patterns resembling tiger stripes. Native to Southeast Asia, the large, clumping, epiphytic orchid grows in crotches of large trees on exposed areas of the lowland tropical rainforest. It is also often grown as an ornamental orchid in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and large flowers.