Orchid Phalaenopsis is also known as moth orchid … [Read more...]
Gower Ramsey Orchid Oncidium
Fancifully called “dancing dolls”, these are grown commercially for cut flowers. Gower Ramsey have robust and shimmering sprays bearing elegant flowers. The picture in this post is known as … [Read more...]
Terrestrial Orchid
Before After Orchid Spathaglottis Plicata … [Read more...]
Orchid Calanthe Sylvatica
I saw many Calanthe Sylvatica plants in bloom in a green house in Kemmangundi maintained by the horticulture department. It was a beautiful sight. Immediately I bought a plant from a nursery in … [Read more...]
Orchid Epidendron Ibaguense
Orchid Epidendron Ibaguense is also known as 'crucifix' orchid. The orchid shown below is a ‘crucifix’ orchid (Epidendron ibaguense). This orchid grows ‘wild’ on the mountain and many sprays of its … [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...]
Orchid Dendrobiums Velveth Midnight
Dendrobiums are the largest and the most popular group of orchids, extensively grown in South East Asia for cut flower production owing to their all year round flowering. Dendrobium hybrids are very … [Read more...]
Orchid Rhynchostylic Retusa
Rhynchostylic Retusa's common name in Rhyncho Orchid. This orchid is widely found in Western Ghats and Himalayas. It is a sturdy epiphytic orchid with fragrant flowers. The flowers are small … [Read more...]
Orchid Spathoglottis Plicata
Spathoglottis Plicata is a species from the Far East grows very well in South India. It is a terrestrial orchid with large bulbs and is good landscaping plant in frost-free areas. A long spike … [Read more...]
Orchid Cymbidium Bicolor
Orchid Cymbidium Bicolor is widely found in Western ghats and Himalayas. Picture above: Cymbidium Bicolor in Bhadra Sanctuary It is a tufted robust orchid with large false bulbs and pendulous … [Read more...]
Orchid Aerides Crispum
Orchid Aerides Crispum is widely grown in the western ghats of India. The flowers have a pleasant fragrance. The aerial roots are thick and absorb all the essential nutrients from the … [Read more...]
Orchid Potting – Method 1
Orchids are unique plants and the potting has to be just right for them to grow well in home gardens. Orchids, which are epiphytes have aerial roots which needs support as they grow. Ground orchids … [Read more...]
Introduction to Flower Arrangements
Flowers are one of the most beautiful creations of God. People, Birds and Insects enjoy them to the fullest. Flowers when brought into the house bring fragrance, color and light. When an arrangement … [Read more...]
