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Why Some Angraecum Orchids Release Fragrance at Night

Many Angraecum species emit their strongest scent after dusk because the fragrance is a targeted lure for nocturnal hawkmoth pollinators. The scent, often a blend of volatile oxime compounds, coincides with the…

Sep 15, 20262 min read

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Why Some Angraecum Orchids Release Fragrance at Night

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