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Orchid named after Philippine President during state visit to S'pore
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SINGAPORE: An orchid has been named after Philippine President Benigno Aquino. He is on a three-day stte visit to Singapore.
The Ascocenda Benigno S Aquino III was revealed when the Philippine President visited the National Orchid Garden on Friday.
The orchid bears flowering sprays with 10 to 12 flowers each. Petals and sepals are bright golden yellow with reddish-brown spots.
During the rest of President Aquino's visit, he will tour Changi Airport and meet the Filipino community in Singapore.
-CNA/ac
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SINGAPORE: An orchid has been named after Philippine President Benigno Aquino. He is on a three-day stte visit to Singapore.
The Ascocenda Benigno S Aquino III was revealed when the Philippine President visited the National Orchid Garden on Friday.
The orchid bears flowering sprays with 10 to 12 flowers each. Petals and sepals are bright golden yellow with reddish-brown spots.
During the rest of President Aquino's visit, he will tour Changi Airport and meet the Filipino community in Singapore.
-CNA/ac