An easy growing Phalaeonopsis species from the Philippines (Mindano island). We originally acquired this clone in the classic "plastic wrapper" importation pot, and then mounted the orchid on cork. Much better root growth! The leaves grown in the three months after mounting were notably smaller, … [Read more...] about Phalaenopsis stuartiana (white form)
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Dendrobium johannis
A unique Australian Dendrobium, found on eastern Cape York into very southern New Guinea, with canes that are as interesting as the flowers. We grow this species in granite, and water daily in the summer, and bi-weekly to monthly in winter; similar in culture to Dendrobium jonesii, but with a bit … [Read more...] about Dendrobium johannis
Dendrobium kingianum ‘Little Ben’
A favorite cultivar of Dendrobium kingianum that does not require a chill to bloom and is exceptionally fragrant. Interested in more unique and beautiful orchid images? My vision to create orchid portraits emerged from my … [Read more...] about Dendrobium kingianum ‘Little Ben’
Dendrobium kingianum var. pulcherrimum
A remarkably petite variety of Dendrobium kingianum. I've included a penny next to the pseudobulbs for size comparison. We grow this one both potted and mounted. This clone was originally collected in southern New South Wales. Interested in more unique … [Read more...] about Dendrobium kingianum var. pulcherrimum
Dendrobium kingianum ‘AEO’
Does this flower look familiar? This is the Dendrobium kingianum that graces the AEO logo. A beautiful, relatively short form that does not need a winter chill to bloom. While most of our Dendrobium kingianum grow outdoors year-round, this one is a member of a small group that come indoors for … [Read more...] about Dendrobium kingianum ‘AEO’
Dendrobium kingianum ‘AEO 2’
Another delightful seedling from the same group as Dendrobium kingianum 'AEO'. The last photograph below is a comparative flower of the sibling: note the much less pronounced "petal" streak compared to the other clone, as well as a greater white suffusion in the center. One of the joys, and … [Read more...] about Dendrobium kingianum ‘AEO 2’
Dockrillia (Dendrobium) linguiformis — bloom sequence
I became fascinated watching this mount of Dockrillia (Dendrobium) linguiformis grow and mature its flowering spikes -- and was thoughtful enough to start photographing when it was just beginning to form buds. The result was this series of images of the bloom sequence. For a spectacularly … [Read more...] about Dockrillia (Dendrobium) linguiformis — bloom sequence
Dockrillia (Dendrobium) linguiformis — specimen
This extraordinary specimen of Dockrillia (Dendrobium) linguiformis is over 20 years old, covering a 14" wood slab mount on all sides. Dockrillia (Dendrobium) linguiformis are native to Queensland and New South Wales, Australia. Tolerant of a wide range of conditions, ours have winter nights of … [Read more...] about Dockrillia (Dendrobium) linguiformis — specimen