Plants in family orchidaceae
Dracula mopsus
Dracula mopsus is an orchid species native to the cloud forests of Ecuador and Colombia. Its flowers, which resemble a monkey's face, are small to medium-sized and feature green, brown, and white colors. This orchid blooms successively over several months and prefers high humidity, low to medium light, and cool temperatures.
Restrepia vasquezii
Restrepia vasquezii is a small orchid species native to Ecuador, appreciated for its unique and intricate flowers. It can grow as an epiphyte or lithophyte, adapting to various environments. The flowers are small but distinctive, with a lip broader than the petals, making it a fascinating addition to orchid collections.
Cycnoches peruvianum
This medium-sized, hot-growing epiphyte is known for its adaptability to warm climates.
Cattleya elegans
Cattleya elegans is a rare and stunning orchid known for its bright blue-violet flowers. Native to Brazil, this sought-after cultivar produces one or two large, fragrant blooms per inflorescence. Its vibrant color and rarity make it a prized addition to any orchid collection.
Masdevallia ayabacana
Masdevallia ayabacana is an orchid species native to South America's cloud forests and high-altitude regions. It requires cooler temperatures, high humidity, and filtered light, making it a unique addition to any orchid collection.
Epidendrum schweinfurthianum
Epidendrum schweinfurthianum is an African orchid with vibrant flowers in deep purples and magentas. It features contrasting green foliage and thrives in various environments, making it a versatile choice for orchid enthusiasts.
Dendrobium 'Misty Magic Pink'
Dendrobium 'Misty Magic Pink' is a small, cool-growing orchid hybrid with striking pink flowers. This miniature epiphyte thrives in high humidity and indirect light, making it perfect for indoor cultivation. It is a cross between Dendrobium glomeratum and Dendrobium cuthbersonii, known for its compact size and vibrant blooms.
Dracula mantissa
Dracula mantissa is a unique orchid species known for its intricate purple and white flowers. This plant is admired for its unusual and captivating floral patterns, making it a standout in any orchid collection.
Cattleya quadricolor
Cattleya quadricolor is an orchid native to the forests of Brazil, known for its large blooms with four distinct hues: pink, purple, yellow, and white. Its velvety texture and intricate patterns make it a prized plant for its rarity and striking appearance. This orchid is a specific variation or cultivar of Cattleya quadricolor, originating from Ecuador.
Brassolaeliocattleya 'Ports Of Paradise' X Bc 'nobile's Bruno Bruno' X C 'chocolate Drop 4n'
Brassolaeliocattleya 'Ports Of Paradise' X Bc 'nobile's Bruno Bruno' X C 'chocolate Drop 4n' is an orchid hybrid known for its large, vibrant flowers in shades of pink, yellow, and red. It thrives in bright, indirect light and requires regular watering. The flowers have a sweet fragrance, making it a delightful addition to orchid collections.
Lepanthes orion
Lepanthes orion is a miniature epiphytic orchid native to the cloud forests of Central and South America. It is distinguished by its star-like flowers, which thrive in cool, high-altitude environments. This orchid is well-suited to those who appreciate the delicate beauty of small, intricate blooms.
Stanhopea lietzei
Stanhopea lietzei is an orchid species native to eastern and southern Brazil, celebrated for its pendulous flowers and captivating fragrance. This tropical plant is part of the orchid family and is known for its unique floral display. It thrives in warm, humid environments, making it a popular choice for orchid enthusiasts seeking a plant with both visual and olfactory appeal.
Epidendrum hemiscleria
Epidendrum hemiscleria is a sympodial epiphytic orchid native to the tropical cloud forests of Ecuador and Peru. It features bright orange fleshy flowers clustered at the top of tall, slender stems. This orchid thrives in bright, indirect light and requires a well-draining growing medium and adequate air circulation.
Anguloa uniflora
Anguloa uniflora, commonly known as the swaddled babies orchid, is a large, robust terrestrial species native to cool, wet environments. This orchid thrives in deep shade and is notable for its unique flower shape, resembling swaddled infants. It is the type species of its genus and is well-suited for orchid enthusiasts looking for a distinctive addition to their collection.
Pescatoria wallisii
Pescatoria wallisii is an orchid with spider-like flowers featuring elongated sepals and petals in shades of green, brown, and purple. Known for its sweet fragrance, this plant is native to montane habitats and cloud forests in Central and South America. It has strap-shaped leaves emerging from pseudobulbs.
Dendrobium compactum
Dendrobium compactum is an epiphytic orchid with modified aerial roots that can grow meters long. It experiences rapid root growth in spring and is dormant in winter. This plant is known for its adaptability and the availability of many hybrids, making it a popular choice among orchid collectors.
Cattleya lueddemanniana
Cattleya lueddemanniana is an orchid hybrid known for its large, fragrant flowers with pink petals and purple highlights. It requires a balance of light, humidity, and nutrients, thriving in bright, indirect light. This epiphytic orchid is native to Venezuela and Colombia and can bloom during the holiday season.
Masdevallia lychniphora
Masdevallia lychniphora is an orchid species from South America, known for its charming flowers with intricate patterns. It grows in cloud forests and high-altitude regions, requiring cooler temperatures and high humidity.
Cypripedium 'Inge'
Cypripedium 'Inge' is a hybrid orchid with a 16-inch stalk and creamy pouch flowers with amber-purple sepals. It forms a multi-flowered clump and is maintenance-free once established. This plant prefers well-drained, compost-rich soil and light, high shade, with bees as its primary pollinators.