Distinctive, majestic, and elegant are adjectives that come to mind for Laelia (Cattleya) grandis, a Brazilian orchid species. As with other Brazilian Laelia, this species has migrated to the genus Cattleya, though few orchid growers have adopted the change in common usage. It is relatively … [Read more...] about Cattleya (Laelia) grandis
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Cymbidium Kuranda ‘Arthur Dawson’ HCC/AOS
Two of the three native Australian Cymbidium species (Cymbidium madidum x Cymbidium suave) combine for the primary hybrid of Cymbidium Kuranda. This exceptional cultivar of Cymbidium Kuranda 'Arthur Dawson' is known for being very floriferous, and indeed, it is! With bulbs only filling half of a … [Read more...] about Cymbidium Kuranda ‘Arthur Dawson’ HCC/AOS
Cattleya (Laelia) jongheana
Another of the orchid gems that my husband convinced me to bring home ... and I am very pleased that we did. This Cattleya (Laelia) jongheana was available at the sale of an orchid collection, and it was clearly a victim of the common problem with this group of Brazilian Laelia -- being potted in … [Read more...] about Cattleya (Laelia) jongheana
Dendrobium Gracilimum
The photographs of this orchid would be even more stunning, in comparison, if you had seen what the plant looked like when it arrived. We found it for sale in a corner of a greenhouse and the owner didn't remember where it came from. A lot of staking to bring wild canes into harmony, and big flush … [Read more...] about Dendrobium Gracilimum
Dendrobium treubii
The canes of this unique Dendrobium species are possibly more striking and memorable than the flowers! None others like it that I have seen in this genus (or any other orchid). The canes of Dendrobium treubii are approximately 24" (60cm) long and FLAT. Very flat, and about 1.5" (3.5cm) wide. The … [Read more...] about Dendrobium treubii
Cymbidium sanderae
Cymbidium sanderae is a wonderfully fragrant species, with striking coloration. With its beautiful flowers, it also brings its share of taxonomic deliberation ... those long questionable identity conversations that animate many orchid growers and scientists into detailed nomenclature reviews. This … [Read more...] about Cymbidium sanderae
Dendrobium speciosum var. pedunculatum
The flowers of this Dendrobium speciosum var. pedunculatum were like glowing lights to photograph. Some orchids "catch the light" with little effort when I'm creating orchid portraits, and this is surely one of them. Dendrobium speciosum is native to Australia and the peduculatum variety is one … [Read more...] about Dendrobium speciosum var. pedunculatum
Paphiopedilum primulinum fma. purpurascens
Colorful form of Paphiopedilum primulinum, with rosy pink pouch and golden dorsal, is a notable contrast to the easily recognizable flavum form. Paphiopedilum primulinum is endemic to Sumatra, a warm growing species found at 400-1000m of elevation. Interestingly, the "type" form of the species is … [Read more...] about Paphiopedilum primulinum fma. purpurascens
