Laelia anceps is one of the ubiquitous orchid species to be found in a Central and Southern California orchid collection. Why? They are incredibly hardy, easy to grow, and flourish outdoors in a range of conditions. There are a plethora of colors, both from the original diverse varieties found … [Read more...] about Laelia anceps ‘Ruborosa’
Stanhopea tigrina
This is a special orchid portrait for a special orchid. On the morning of our 10th wedding anniversary, my husband went to the local farmer's market ... and came back with this Stanhopea tigrina in bud. You could imagine my surprise when the trip for cucumbers and oranges turned into a Stanhopea … [Read more...] about Stanhopea tigrina
Sarcochilus ceciliae
A sparkling pink flower in profusion! While Sarcochilus ceciliae is known to be a sequential bloomer, this particular flowering opened the majority of its blooms at once, for a notable display on a small plant. For scale, that's a 4" (10cm) Vanda basket in the photograph. The crystalline quality … [Read more...] about Sarcochilus ceciliae
Rhynchostele x humeana
Rhyncostele x humeana is a naturally occurring hybrid of Rhynchostele cordata and Rhynchostele rossii. This orchid has been easy to grow, potted in hydroton, in our cool room. Even with repotting in the spring, this plant produced an outstanding flower spike in November-January, as you can see in … [Read more...] about Rhynchostele x humeana
Epidendrum chlorops
Offering a plume of long lasting green flowers, Epidendrum chlorops is one of several hardy Mexican species that enjoys our growing conditions. While this is not a large plant (yet), its first bloom, from a 24" (60cm) tall keiki is an excellent beginning. Epidendrum chlorops is native to Mexico, … [Read more...] about Epidendrum chlorops
Sarcochilus Dorrigo x Sarcochilus falcatus
While the Australian genus Sarcochilus has become more and more popular, with an explosion of hybrids in a range of colors reminiscent of Phalaenopsis, the primary hybrids and species have become more scarce in horticulture. It is uncommon for us to see a Sarcochilus species at an orchid society … [Read more...] about Sarcochilus Dorrigo x Sarcochilus falcatus
Vanda (Neofinetia) falcata “yellow hybrid”
Is it possible to have an unusual color form of an orchid without some controversy? The lovely yellow Vanda (Neofinetia) falcata certainly fall into that category of orchids with questionable origins and enlivening discussions. There has been reoccurring debate for years whether yellow Vanda … [Read more...] about Vanda (Neofinetia) falcata “yellow hybrid”
Vanda (Neofinetia) falcata ‘Amami Island Hiroba’
Striking white flowers with an intense fragrance define this cultivar of Vanda (Neofinetia) falcata from the Amami Islands of southern Japan. Cultivars of Vanda (Neofinetia) falcata from these islands are known for their vigorous growth and tendency to produce attractive "clumps" of fans. This … [Read more...] about Vanda (Neofinetia) falcata ‘Amami Island Hiroba’
