Probably one of the most photographed and painted Orchid species is Cattleya. The botanical name is Cattleya labiata and belongs to Orchidaceae (orchid) family. Cattleyas are native of South … [Read more...]
Orchid Dendrobium Herbaceum
Orchid Dendrobium Herbaceum is endemic to Western Ghats and is often referred to as Pencil Dendrobium or Grassy Dendrobium. This epiphyte belongs to Orchidaceae family. The stem is pendulous and … [Read more...]
Orchid Vanda Testacea
My joy knew no bounds when I found Vanda Testacea plants in full bloom in Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary. The pale yellow flowers are very very cute. Added to the charm of the flowers is the light … [Read more...]
Orchid Bulbophyllum Fisheri
Orchid Bulbophyllum Fisheri grows in abundance in the Western Ghats. The pseudo bulbs of this plant are smooth and shiny. Single shiny leaf grows out of each pseudo bulb. I have seen the bloom only in … [Read more...]
Orchid Polystachya Concreta
I saw a dense group of Orchid Polystachya Concreta growing on a thick branch of a tree that was covered with moss in Sirsi region. Plant Summary: Polystachya concreta is an epiphyte found in … [Read more...]
Orchid – Vanilla Planifolia – Vanilla Plant
Everyone loves Vanilla Ice-cream and this flavor goes well when served with any of the Indian sweets like Gulab Jamoon, Gajar Halwa, Moong Dal Halwa, Kheer, and so on. It would surprise you to know … [Read more...]
Orchid Cottonia Peduncularis – Bee Orchid
As we drove below a huge tree branch in Bhadra Wildlife Sanctuary, I caught a glimpse of an orchid plant with tiny flowers at the end of the spike hanging downwards. My joy knew no bounds for … [Read more...]
Orchid Acampe Praemorsa
Picture1 - Plant I came across Orchid Acampe Praemorsa while touring the coastal regions of Karnataka and Goa. Different species of Acampe is distributed in tropical India, Africa and South East … [Read more...]
Orchid Dendrobium Oshin
Plant Summary: The genus Dendrobium contains around 1000 species. Most of them are epiphytes (tree dwellers) and are found in tropical and sub-tropical regions. Flower types vary from being … [Read more...]
Orchid Aerides Ringens
Aerides is a genus belonging to the Orchid family. It is an high altitude epiphytes. The fragrant blooms are usually white and orchid pink. They are hardy plants and can be grown easily at home with … [Read more...]
