Orchids
Cattleya 'My Special Angel'
Cattleya 'My Special Angel' is a hybrid orchid celebrated for its large, ruffled white flowers with a pink blush on the lip. It blooms in spring or early summer and thrives in bright, indirect light. This orchid can be grown in a pot or mounted on tree bark, requiring well-draining soil to flourish. Its elegant flowers make it a popular choice among orchid enthusiasts.
Epicattleya 'Rene Marques'
Epicattleya 'Rene Marques' is a hybrid orchid with bright pink and purple flowers featuring a yellow or orange throat. The flowers are several inches in diameter and bloom on sturdy stems. This plant prefers intermediate to warm conditions with bright, indirect light and high humidity.
Bletilla striata 'Soryu'
Bletilla striata 'Soryu' is a hardy ground orchid from Japan, featuring 2-foot tall flower stalks with mauvy-lavender flowers and a bluish cast. The flowers have a contrasting white throat and dark purple lip, adding a striking visual element to gardens. This orchid thrives in slightly moist soils and is easy to grow in a wide range of conditions. 'Soryu' is a beautiful addition to cottage gardens and rain gardens, attracting insects and adding a touch of elegance to any landscape.
Warczewiczella timbiensis
Warczewiczella timbiensis is a tetraploid orchid variety found in South America. It is known for its unique and captivating flowers and requires specific temperature, humidity, and air circulation conditions.
Catasetum expansum
Catasetum expansum is a large, showy orchid species native to Ecuador, known for its epiphytic growth habit. It thrives in a range of temperatures from hot to cool and is admired for its striking appearance. This orchid is well-suited to enthusiasts who can provide the specific conditions it requires.
Masdevallia carruthersiana
Masdevallia carruthersiana is a mini-miniature orchid found in southwestern Ecuador, thriving at altitudes of 1400 to 2400 meters. It blooms in summer and fall with long-lasting, waxy flowers. This cool to cold growing epiphyte is perfect for orchid enthusiasts seeking a unique specimen.
Epidendrum summerhayesii
Epidendrum summerhayesii is an orchid species native to the Andes mountains, known for its cascading inflorescences with star-shaped flowers in shades of pink and purple. It is adaptable to various altitudes, making it a versatile addition to orchid collections.
Masdevallia wurdackii
Masdevallia wurdackii is a small to medium-sized orchid from South America, particularly Ecuador and Peru, prized for its intricate patterns and vibrant colors. It requires cool to intermediate temperatures and high humidity, thriving in filtered light. This plant's ornamental beauty makes it a standout choice for orchid enthusiasts.
Phragmipedium besseae 'Chiguinda'
Phragmipedium besseae 'Chiguinda' is a hybrid orchid known for its vibrant red or orange-red flowers with a pouch-like structure. It requires high humidity, moderate temperatures, and indirect light, thriving in well-draining growing media. Consistent soil moisture and regular fertilization are essential for its growth, making it a rewarding plant for orchid enthusiasts.
Pescatoria lamellosa
Pescatoria lamellosa is an orchid with spider-like flowers featuring elongated sepals and petals, and a central lip in shades of green, brown, and purple. This plant is native to the montane habitats and cloud forests of Central and South America. It has a sweet fragrance that varies among individual plants. The orchid requires specific conditions, including proper lighting, humidity, and temperature, to thrive. Its strap-shaped leaves emerge from pseudobulbs, adding to its exotic appearance.
Dracula janetiae
Dracula janetiae is an orchid species known for its elongated sepals and petals with intricate patterns in shades of green, brown, and maroon. This orchid is appreciated for its unique and striking flowers, making it a fascinating addition to any orchid collection.
Maxillaria rufescens
Maxillaria rufescens is an orchid native to Central and South America, featuring petite, fragrant flowers in shades of green, brown, and red. It requires a well-draining orchid mix and bright, indirect light.
Cypripedium 'Henric'
Cypripedium 'Henric' is a hardy orchid hybrid known for its large rosy-red pouches with white veining. This plant forms 15-inch tall clumps and is maintenance-free once established. It prefers well-drained, compost-rich soil and light, high shade conditions. Bees are the primary pollinators, making it a valuable addition to gardens focused on supporting local wildlife.
Stanhopea shuttleworthii
Stanhopea shuttleworthii, known as 'the upside-down orchids', is endemic to Colombia and native to Central and South America. This orchid requires bright, indirect light, high humidity, and good air circulation to thrive. It is renowned for its remarkable and fragrant blooms, making it a unique addition to any orchid collection.
Rudolfiella floribunda
Rudolfiella floribunda is an orchid species native to western South America, known for its unique floral characteristics.
Masdevallia rufolutea
Masdevallia rufolutea is a specific orchid hybrid celebrated for its striking and vibrant flowers. It requires proper temperature, humidity, and air circulation to thrive, making it a favorite among orchid enthusiasts.
Lepanthes myiophora
Lepanthes myiophora is a miniature orchid species found in the cloud forests of Central and South America. It is an epiphytic plant with intricate flowers that resemble tiny insects, thriving in high-altitude, cool environments. This orchid is a fascinating example of nature's mimicry.
Dracula wallisii
Dracula wallisii is an orchid species native to the Cordillera Central in Colombia, found at altitudes of 1,600 to 2,600 meters. It is known for its large, variable flowers with purple, green, and white petals. This orchid requires cool temperatures, high humidity, and filtered light, making it a unique addition to collections of exotic plants.
Dendrobium bifalce
Dendrobium bifalce is an epiphytic or lithophytic orchid found in the rainforests of tropical North Queensland, Australia, and New Guinea. It features pale green or greenish-yellow flowers with purplish markings, blooming from April to July. This small-sized orchid thrives in hot growing conditions and is well-suited for humid environments. Its unique coloration and adaptability make it a fascinating addition to orchid collections.
Lycomormium squalidum
Lycomormium squalidum is a unique orchid native to the Juan Fernández Islands of Chile. It forms compact rosettes with small, densely packed leaves covered in fine hairs to reduce water loss. Due to its limited habitat, conservation efforts are crucial for this species.
Masdevallia coccinea 'Ecuagenera'
Masdevallia coccinea 'Ecuagenera' is an orchid from South America, known for its pink flowers with intricate patterns. It thrives in cooler temperatures with high humidity and filtered light, making it a captivating choice for orchid enthusiasts.