Comment from supergold
you're right: it is a Phalaenopsis hybrid: the name Phalaenopsis comes from the Greek "phalaina", meaning butterfly;
a nice close up;

 Comment Written 25-Sep-2017

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reply by the author on 25-Sep-2017

Yes! My parents were growers, and they used to call it Butterfly Orchids. Thanks for this complimentary review. You're D'Best.

Comment from a.samathasena
What a great eye catching natural nature shot.Beautiful nice lovely scene.Entrance is great.Presentation is very nice.The Beautiful flower and pink color petals,center design water drops and flower bud are make a nice scene.Green b/g is helping for the scene.I like this talent work.Focus color are excellent.Well Done.Thanks.Wish Your Contest.

 Comment Written 13-Sep-2017

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reply by the author on 14-Sep-2017

thanks, sam for this wonderful review.

Comment from Linda Wetzel
I love the fact that you captured a beautiful bud with the full blossom. The water droplets are a bonus and add additional visual interest.

 Comment Written 13-Sep-2017

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reply by the author on 14-Sep-2017

thanks, Linda for this inspiring review.