The Malaysian Agricultural Research and Development Institute (Mardi) has named a new hybrid orchid after the prime minister's wife Rosmah Mansor.

Rhyncholaeliocattleya Datin Seri Rosmah was launched by Rosmah during her visit to the Malaysian International Agriculture, Horticulture and Agrotourism Show (MAHA) here today.

Rosmah who arrived accompanied by members of the Association of Wives of Ministers and Deputy Ministers (Bakti) was received by Agriculture and Agro-Based Industry Minister Noh Omar.

Rhyncholaeliocattleya Rosmah has attractive white and orange flowers with sweet fragrance.

The orchid is suitable for potting and the flowers can last between two to three weeks.

It is a cross between Cattleya Maxima and Rhyncholaeliocattleya EZO Robin's Magic.

- Bernama