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Angraecum eburneum
Angraecum eburneum is a species of orchid. Their common name the "comet orchid". They generally grow up to 2 m in height and grows 10 to 15 flowers per plant. They are native to Madagascar, Comoros, Seychelles, Réunion, Mauritius, Kenya, and Tanzania. It is the national flower of Seychelles.
Description
The white and green flower is 7.5 cm in size and is said to give off a pleasant smell. Flowering begins in early winter and takes several months.
Symbolism
Claire Waight Keller included the plant to represent Seychelles in Meghan Markle's wedding veil, which included the distinctive flora of each Commonwealth country.
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