New ‘Merlion’ orchid discovered in Singapore

The Claderia leontocampus bears "small, pendulous, cream-yellow" flowers. - M.A. NIISSALO, SINGAPORE BOTANIC GARDENS

SINGAPORE (The Straits Times/Asia News Network): One of Singapore’s most recognisable icons, the Merlion can be found on many things - from T-shirts and mugs to fridge magnets and plush toys.

Now, the mythical mermaid-lion hybrid can also be found in the name of a newly discovered orchid.