Orchids
Bulbophyllum klabatense
Bulbophyllum klabatense is a unique species of orchid within the Bulbophyllum genus. Known for its intriguing floral structures, this orchid is a fascinating addition to any collection. It thrives in conditions that mimic its natural habitat, requiring specific care to flourish.
Cattleya intermedia 'Big Pink' X 'aquimi'
Cattleya intermedia 'Big Pink' X 'aquimi' is a hybrid orchid that combines traits from its parent plants. It requires bright, indirect light and well-draining media to thrive. Regular watering and occasional fertilization are necessary for optimal growth, making it a rewarding choice for orchid enthusiasts.
Phalaenopsis violacea 'Indigo'
Phalaenopsis violacea 'Indigo' is an orchid known for its deep indigo-colored blooms. This plant is of blooming size and is appreciated for its striking flower color, making it a desirable addition to orchid collections.
Cypripedium 'Emil'
Cypripedium 'Emil' is a hybrid orchid with 18-inch stalks of stunning flowers in late May, featuring a bright yellow pouch and dark burgundy sepals. This vigorous grower is maintenance-free once established and prefers well-drained, compost-rich soils. It thrives in light, high shade and is primarily pollinated by bees.
Bulbophyllum echinolabium
Bulbophyllum echinolabium is an orchid species with a distinctive hedgehog-shaped lip, adding an unusual touch to any orchid collection.
Prosthechea livida
Prosthechea livida is an epiphytic orchid native to Central America, featuring slender pseudobulbs and elongated, arching leaves. Its flowers display green and purple shades and are fragrant, adding a delightful aroma to any orchid collection.
Phragmipedium 'Professor Braem'
Phragmipedium 'Professor Braem' is a hybrid slipper orchid with a unique pouch-like structure and a rich array of colors, including greens, reds, and purples. Adapted to tropical rainforest conditions, it thrives in high humidity, moderate temperatures, and indirect light. This orchid requires consistent soil moisture and regular fertilization, making it a striking addition to orchid collections.
Warczewiczella amazonica
Warczewiczella amazonica is a small-sized, hot to warm growing epiphyte. It is part of the orchid family and thrives in humid environments.
Cattleya 'George Hausermann'
Cattleya 'George Hausermann' is an orchid cultivar known for its vibrant flowers, requiring bright, indirect light and well-draining growing media. This orchid thrives in suitable humidity levels and is appreciated for its striking blooms, making it a favorite among orchid enthusiasts.
Masdevallia bangii
Masdevallia bangii 'Caudas Orange' is an orchid cultivar known for its distinctive caudas (tails) and unique, colorful flowers. It requires specific temperature, humidity, and air circulation conditions to thrive.
Coelogyne apoensis
Coelogyne apoensis is a hybrid orchid resulting from the crossbreeding of two Dendrobium species. It showcases a blend of colors, patterns, and flower shapes, making it a visually appealing addition to any orchid collection.
Cypripedium 'Dietrich'
Cypripedium 'Dietrich' is a hybrid orchid with large flowers featuring creamy-yellow pouches and dark purple sepals. It blooms in late May or early June and is maintenance-free once established. The plant prefers very well-drained soil rich in compost and average moisture levels. Bees are the primary pollinators, and the plant's roots must be spread horizontally just below the soil surface.
Stanhopea reichenbachiana
Stanhopea reichenbachiana is an orchid species found from western Colombia to Ecuador. Named after botanists Philip Henry Stanhope and Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach, this plant is known for its unique and beautiful flowers.
Cycnoches peruvianum
This medium-sized, hot-growing epiphyte is known for its adaptability to warm climates.
Bletilla striata 'White Pearl'
Bletilla striata 'White Pearl' is a fast-multiplying orchid with 28-inch tall stalks of pleated green leaves and 30-inch stalks of small, pure-white flowers. It thrives in moist, rich, organic soils with plenty of light and can form a 3-foot wide patch in five years.