Icing orchids could save species
By Oscar Nunez Olivas | China Daily | Updated: 2010-09-21 08:20
A hybrid orchid of the species "Paphiopedium" is seen in the greenhouse of the Lankester Botanical Garden of the University of Costa Rica in Cartago, about 25 km north of San Jose. Yuri Cortez / Agence France-Presse |
SAN JOSE, Costa Rica - Scientists from around the world gathered in Costa Rica this month to exchange ideas on ways to make sure orchids, among the world's most popular flowers, will still be around for the next generation to enjoy.
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