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Facts About The Dove Orchid

The Dove Orchid belongs to the genus of the orchid species known as Peristeria which is a Greek word that means dove. This orchid is also frequently referred to as the Holy Spirit Orchid or the Holy Ghost Orchid. The

What is the Queen of Flowers?

Often people may ask, which flower is the Queen of Flowers? Many think that it is the rose, however the Rose is actually the King of Flowers. If it is not the rose then what flower could it be? The Queen

Facts About The Hanging Naked Man Orchid

A single Orchid italica haning out on a rock

Would you believe that there is a type of orchid flower that looks like a little haning naked man? Yes, it might not be believable but the petals of this orchid actually resemble the shape of a man with arms

Spider Orchid Care – A Guide to Keeping One Alive

The Brassia Orchid, or Spider Orchid, is another great genus of the Orchid family. They produce medium-sized spectacular flowers that resemble spiders. In the wild, this attracts spider-killing wasps, a method of spreading pollen from one plant to another. The

9 Orchids That Look Like Animals to Trick Animals and Insects

Almost everyone has seen a beautiful Orchid at some point in their life, but have you seen Orchids that look like animals? Becoming more common with every passing day, you can pick one up at a local flower shop, home

My Huge List of Orchid Abbreviations

Orchids are one of the largest groups of species in the world with over 20,000 accepted species. There are twice as many orchid species as there are bird species on this planet. Orchids can be found on every continent and

Tropical Flowering Plants

Orchids (The Most Common Of The Tropical Flowering Plants) Orchids are one of the most common tropical flowering plants that you can readily find. Not all species of Orchids are tropical, but they all will give you the tropical feel

Our List of Orchid Colors

Orchids belong to a very diverse plant family and because they have thousands of species they are one of the world’s largest groups of blooming plants. Flowering orchids come in literally hundreds of different shapes and sizes, from tiny blooms

Orchid Origin | History of Orchids

Orchids are one of the most sought-after flowers. They are expensive, elegant, dainty, rare to find and possess a miraculous beauty. Of course not everyone can afford to buy an orchid on their way home as a gift too often.

Our Dendrobium Orchid Care Guide

Dendrobium orchids are one of the most common types of orchids available to the average buyer. They are best grown indoors in a bright location with no direct sunlight. They grow especially well indoors because their natural habitat is essentially

Complete Care Guide to Phalaenopsis Orchid Care

The Phalaenopsis Orchid is the most commonly found orchid. They can be purchased just about anywhere that sells flowers and indoor plants. Phalaenopsis are extremely common because they are easily available everywhere, are the easiest to grow and re-bloom under