Orchids
Smitinandia helferi
Smitinandia helferi is an aquatic plant with lily-like leaves, native to Southeast Asia. It is commonly grown in aquariums or aquatic gardens, providing a lush, green backdrop. This plant is well-suited for those looking to add a touch of the tropics to their water features.
Coelogyne peltastes
Coelogyne peltastes is an orchid species with round, glossy leaves and pendulous flower spikes. It produces small, fragrant white and cream flowers, making it a charming addition to any orchid collection. This plant thrives in bright, indirect light and requires a humid environment to flourish.
Lepanthes eciliata
Lepanthes eciliata is an epiphytic orchid species known for its smooth, unblemished leaves. It thrives in humid and shaded environments, making it a suitable choice for orchid enthusiasts who can provide these conditions. This miniature orchid is a unique addition to any collection.
Phragmipedium 'Zapatilla De La Virgen'
Phragmipedium 'Zapatilla De La Virgen' is an orchid known for its remarkable slipper-shaped flowers with large, pouch-like blooms. The flowers are brightly colored or patterned and emit a delicate fragrance. This orchid thrives in high humidity, moderate temperatures, and filtered light, requiring precise watering routines and well-draining growing media.
Encyclia dichroma
Encyclia dichroma, also known as 'Two-Colored Encyclia', is an orchid native to Central America and Mexico. It features yellowish-green flowers with a reddish-purple lip and requires bright, filtered light and well-draining media.
Masdevallia maxilimax
Masdevallia maxilimax is a mini-miniature orchid native to southern Ecuador, known for its blackish, erect, slender stems. It blooms in summer and fall, thriving in cool growing conditions.
Dracula soennemarkii
Dracula soennemarkii is an orchid with striking flowers that resemble a mythical creature's face, featuring vibrant colors like deep burgundy and yellow. This plant requires cool temperatures, high humidity, and diffused light to thrive, making it a fascinating addition to specialized orchid collections.
Phalaenopsis kunstleri
Phalaenopsis kunstleri is a species of orchid found from Myanmar to peninsular Malaysia. Known for its elegant appearance, this orchid thrives in warm, humid environments typical of its native range. It is a popular choice among orchid enthusiasts for its beauty and adaptability to indoor growing conditions.
Phragmipedium hirtzii
Phragmipedium hirtzii is a slipper orchid native to northwestern Ecuador and southwestern Colombia. It features slender, cascading petals and an intricate pouch with subtle greens and pinks. This orchid adapts well to cool montane environments, making it a unique addition to orchid collections.
Masdevallia amplexa
Masdevallia amplexa is an orchid species native to South America, thriving in cloud forests and high-altitude locales. It requires cool temperatures, high humidity, and filtered light, making it a unique addition to orchid collections.
Acineta barkeri
This plant grows best in intermediate to cool conditions and prefers shaded environments with good humidity.
Bletilla striata 'Ogon'
Bletilla striata 'Ogon' is a hardy orchid with striking golden foliage that resembles young palm leaves. It produces purple flowers that can reach up to 2 feet tall, thriving in slightly moist, rich organic soils. This plant is drought-tolerant and benefits from morning sun, which enhances its foliage color and flowering. Its unique appearance and resilience make it a captivating addition to gardens, particularly in areas that receive partial sun.
Maxillaria richii
Maxillaria richii is a petite orchid species native to Central and South America, known for its fragrant blooms with intricate green, brown, and red patterns. It features slender, elongated leaves and thrives in a well-draining orchid mix with bright, indirect light.
Pescatoria dayana
Pescatoria dayana, or Day's Pescatoria, is an orchid with spider-like flowers in shades of green, brown, and purple. Native to Central and South America, it thrives in montane habitats and cloud forests.
Dendrobium sylvanum
Dendrobium sylvanum is a tropical orchid that thrives in rainforest environments, known for its slender pseudobulbs and glossy green leaves. This orchid produces elegant, arching inflorescences adorned with small, fragrant flowers. The blooms feature pale yellow petals with striking burgundy spots, adding a touch of exotic beauty to any collection. Ideal for orchid enthusiasts, Dendrobium sylvanum requires a humid environment and indirect light to flourish.
Dendrobium 'Sea Mary Snow King'
Dendrobium 'Sea Mary Snow King' is an orchid known for its beautiful white flowers and light fragrance. This plant is appreciated for its elegant blooms, which add a touch of sophistication to any collection.
Embreea rodigasiana
Embreea rodigasiana, known as the "Black Orchid," is native to the cloud forests of Ecuador and Peru. This orchid is renowned for its large flowers with deep maroon to black coloration, making it a striking addition to any collection. Cultivation requires specific humidity, temperature, and light conditions to thrive. Embreea rodigasiana is a fascinating plant for orchid enthusiasts, offering both beauty and a unique growth habit. Its ability to adapt to different environments makes it a versatile choice for growers.
Cypripedium 'Aki'
Cypripedium 'Aki' is a hybrid orchid known for its heat tolerance and striking plum to pink striped flowers with twisted pinkish sepals. It grows on 18-inch tall stalks and prefers part sun to light shade. This plant thrives in well-drained, compost-rich soil and is a beautiful addition to woodland or shade gardens.
Masdevallia 'Cholita Cuencana'
Masdevallia 'Cholita Cuencana' is an orchid hybrid created by Ecuagenera in 2012. It is a cross between Masd. monicana and Masd. uniflora, known for its unique and intricate flowers.
Epidendrum 'Michael Riley'
Epidendrum 'Michael Riley' is an orchid hybrid known for its vibrant flowers in deep purples, reds, yellows, and oranges. The large, star-shaped blooms are borne in clusters and thrive in bright, indirect light with moderate to high humidity. This robust plant is easy to care for and has a long blooming period.