#orchid

Rare Ghost Flower Orchid Discovered in Arunachal Pradesh

Botanists discovered a rare leafless orchid, Gastrodia keyiensis, in Arunachal Pradesh. The plant spends most of its life cycle hidden underground.

Tani M • 21 Sep 2026

Rare Ghost Flower Orchid Discovered in Arunachal Pradesh

Botanists identified a new orchid species, Gastrodia keyiensis, in Arunachal Pradesh. This rare plant hides underground for much of its life.

Tani M • 17 Sep 2026