■(IB) 'Mellite'

1960, Goett

'Mellite' (John E. Goett, R. 1960). Seedling #56A1. IB, 21" (53 cm), Early bloom. Warm white self, mellita type spathes. ('Snow Flurry' x 'Chivalry') X 'Mellita Vandee'. Goett 1961.

Awards: Honorable Mention 1962; Judges’ Choice 1963.

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References:

From AIS Bulletin #161, April 1961. Introducing MELLITE. IB, 20". White seedling (New Snow x Chivalry) X Mellita Vande. A warm white with ruffled flaring form and heavy substance. Has Mellita-type spathes. $5.00. John Goett.
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