Pucker up people–orchids labellum
The labellum, or lip, is the star of the orchid show. This modified petal is often the largest and most visually striking part of the flower.
Category: Orchid breeding
Orchid Propagation Unveiled: From Keiki Paste to Natural Elixirs
Orchids, with their intricate blooms and enigmatic charm, captivate plant enthusiasts worldwide. Yet, for many, the art of orchid propagation…
Far North Queensland, growing orchids, hybridising orchids, mounting orchids, Orchid breeding, Orchids, Phalaenopsis
5 Phalaenopsis orchids with spectacular foliage
Phalaenopsis orchids leaves are large and showy but if you add some silver mottling and/or unusual markings then you’ve got…
Tropical orchids in the world
The number of orchid species that live in tropical climates is vast and diverse, as orchids are found in tropical…
7 ways for creating more amazing orchid plants; cheaply and easily — (Keiki)
Keiki propagation In the context of orchids, a “keiki” refers to a vegetative propagation method in which a new plantlet,…
Far North Queensland, growing, growing orchids, hybridising orchids, Orchid breeding, Orchids, trigeneric breeding
Orchid breeder Fred Clarke wouldn’t be caught dead without his toothpick…
Susan Fairbairn caught up with Californian, Fred Clarke, at the Australian Orchid Council Conference (AOCC) 2022 to learn about the latest intergeneric breeding trends using the orchid family: Catasetinae.
