Ghost Orchid

COURTNEY POTTER

Rupert Hoelzl observe the blooming ghost orchid at Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary on Friday. The flower, which is native to Southwest Florida and Cuba, is growing on the trunk of a 400-500 year-old Bald Cypress tree at the sanctuary and can bloom up to three times in a season. The event attracts orchid enthusiasts from all over the world. Courtney Potter/Staff.