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Fragrant orchids for warm evenings
Some orchids stand out mainly because of their color. Others rely on their size. And then there’s a more understated group: orchids that you only t...
Neofinetia falcata, the Japanese orchid with collector's item status
In the shadow of Japanese history, far from the exuberance of many modern hybrids, grows an orchid that needs no grand gestures to impress. Neofine...
Why some plants are black - and why that makes evolutionary sense
Black plants attract immediate attention. They seem almost unnatural in a world full of green leaves and colorful flowers. Yet they occur in nature...
The forgotten smell of orchids: Why many species smell and what it means
When you think of orchids, you probably think of unusual shapes, exotic colors and elegant flowers. But one aspect is often overlooked: scent. Yet ...
Tacca integrifolia: the bat flower that seems to fly
Some plants make you look twice. Or three times. The Tacca integrifolia, better known as the white bat flower, is one of those. This tropical appar...
How large houseplants are safely transported by webshops
Have you ever doubted whether the do a good idea is to a large houseplant online at order? Perhaps ask you your wonder how such a vulnerable, high ...
Can you keep an orchid without potting soil?
Orchids are special in many ways, and one of the most surprising facts is that many species can live just fine without potting soil. In fact, for s...
Why it's better not to cut the aerial roots of your orchid
Have you ever looked at your orchid and wondered what to do with those thick, winding roots growing up from the pot? They sometimes seem wild and u...
Plants as survivalists - how orchids defy extreme conditions
Orchids are often associated with luxury and sophistication, but those who look beyond the windowsill discover something surprising: they are rock-...
How leaf patterns and variety determine our taste in plants
What was once a rarity is now a trend that has taken deep root in the world of houseplants: variety. Variegated leaves with their cream, white, yel...
Why flowering is not the pinnacle - and what all happens before that
Most people see the flowering of a plant as the ultimate moment. A colorful flower opens, scents spread, insects are attracted - everything seems t...
Why some orchids never become 'popular' - even if they are beautiful
Orchids come in countless shapes, colors and sizes. Some are loved worldwide and available almost everywhere, while others - despite their spectacu...
