Bletilla striata Kuchibeni Butterfly Attracting Plants Agave mckelveyana is one of

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the effect is indescribable

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Bletilla striata Kuchibeni Butterfly Attracting Plants Agave mckelveyana is one ofBletilla striata 'Kuchibeni' is a hard to find but easy to grow cultivar from Japan, distinguished by its two tone flowers. The upper part of the flower is white while the lip is a contrasting purple. The foliage and growth habit are the same as in the species. I have seen this occasionally incorrectly offered as Bletilla striata 'Alba', which should be solid white.