Corybas himalaicus (King & Pantl.) Schltr. - a find and a frame that catapulted my adrenaline as that of many orchid enthusiasts across the globe. @InsideNatGeo #NareshSwamiInTheField #MissionLoftyMountainsByNareshSwami #RememberingSikkimHimalayaByNareshSwami #135YearsOfNGS https://t.co/r3enbPoAbe

— Naresh Swami (@Naresh_Swami80) 2023.1.20

However, there are a few orchid species that defy the general rule - Corybas himalaicus (King & Pantl.) Schltr., is an example. Its flower is without any petals, and with 2 spurs.

— Naresh Swami (@Naresh_Swami80) 2021.1.17

The genus Corybas is also known as Helmet orchids due to its unique shaped dorsal sepal. Corybas himalaicus (King & Pantl.) Schltr., is the only species in the genus Corybas found in India.

— Naresh Swami (@Naresh_Swami80) 2021.1.17

That’s one sexy little orchid! Corybas himalaicus https://t.co/fnUtaBkt2e

— Matt Berry (@Matt_Greenwings) 2021.1.18