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The orchid in Greek mythology
In Greek mythology, there is a story associated with the orchid. The myth symbolizes the idea of desire, beauty and punishment. Orchids have also s...
Sneak Peak: 2024 Black Friday Sale!
For and by hobbyists and collectors of unique botanical plants and orchids. Our most exclusive plants will be on sale with our Black Friday promoti...
Why vanilla is an expensive spice
Vanilla is a flavor that originally comes from the Vanilla orchid. The Vanilla planifolia is an orchid native to South America. The rod-shaped frui...
Saprophyte or not? Fungal roots (mycorrhiza) near an orchid form beautiful symbiosis
A Mycorrhiza is a Latin name for fungal root. This root does not look fungal, but rather it is covered with white threads or fungus or it contains ...
Unique relationship between the hummingbird and the orchid
Nature is full of extraordinary symbiotic relationships, in which plants and animals have come to work with each other in ingenious ways. One of th...
Explorers: botanical passion or madness?
From the 18th century in particular, there was a growing interest in natural science and biology. Starting in the 19th century, exotic ornamental p...
Why do some orchids have foul smelling flowers!
When we think of flowers and scented orchids we think of lovely sweet and fruity smells. In fact, an orchid often has to attract some or all kinds ...
Discount October 2024: Winter flowering Cymbidium
The flowering period of the Cymbidium orchid has arrived again. And especially for this reason we have a nice discount promotion for this particula...
Halloween houseplants and orchids
Halloween is just around the corner again. Therefore, it's time again to highlight the creepiest tropical plants and orchids. Are you ready for nat...
Winter bloomer in the home: time to purchase a Cymbidium
It's autumn again. In October the leaves fall and a beautiful play of colors begins with red and yellow shades of leaves on deciduous trees. Flower...
What is the benefit of neem oil on houseplants?
More and more people on plant forums and in facebook groups are talking about the usefulness of neem oil on plants. More and more people are waxing...
Why are Variegata Monsteras so expensive?
Variegata and white-spotted houseplants have been quite popular in recent years, but are still often very expensive. How can this be and why are th...
