In response to the excerpt from Julian Shaw's article (Orchid Review Sept-Oct 2007) that I posted on OGD V9 #298, Peter Ceoezen said: "Why is this new rule just for Phragmipedium kovachii and not for all Lady's Slipper species???? They are all on CITES Appendix I. It just does not make any sense, unless you know what preceded this ill conceived decision for one species."
Peter, I suspect there is a degree of pragmatism involved. Of all the Lady's Slipper species, only P. kovachii offers the opportunity. As you know, each legally-acquired plant left Peru with an INRENA certificate, thereby making the RHS move practicable. If you disagree with the RHS' decision , please take it up with Julian, not me. Personally, I applaud the RHS for their decision. It won't put any stolen plants back in the wild, but it will make it harder for the thieves to profit openly from them. Barbara <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> said: "To say that only those (seedlings) sold by vendors that issue a certificate are legal is illogical. If a seller does not furnish a certificate, this does not mean that the seedlings are tainted" Barbara, I think the relevant phrase is "caveat emptor". Cheers, Peter O'Byrne _______________________________________________ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) orchids@orchidguide.com http://orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids_orchidguide.com
