If you’ve been cultivating orchids for a while, you’ve probably heard about mealybugs. So, if you want to learn how to: Avoid them Identify them Combat them correctly (when necessary) Then this text is for you. What Are Mealybugs Dactylopius coccus, known by the common name mealybug, is an insect that attacks various plants by … Read more
The Chocolate Orchid or Oncidium sharry baby is an attractive option for any orchid enthusiast. Normally, before choosing an orchid, we consider several factors. Among these factors, some of the most common ones are: Ease of cultivation Beauty of the flowers Size of the plant And several others. And the chocolate orchid became famous because: … Read more
Have you ever heard about the genus Doritis? Do you know how to cultivate it? With few species, this genus became very famous thanks to its hybridization ability with Phalaenopsis. Thanks to Doritis orchids, several beautiful hybrids were created, known as Doritaenopsis. In this article, you will learn everything about these little plants. Important Notice … Read more
Do you know what mini or mini orchids are? Do you want to see pictures and also discover which are the main species? If your answer was positive to any of these questions, keep reading. In this article, you will discover everything about these curious orchids: What they are Their species How to cultivate them … Read more
Dendrobium amethystoglossum is a well-known plant in the dendrobium genus. Originally from Asia, it is mainly found on Luzon Island in the Philippines, and today it is famous worldwide. Its major highlights are its appearance and cultivation. So, keep reading because in this article, you will learn more about the characteristics and cultivation of this … Read more
Capanemia superflua is the most famous species of the Capanemia genus. Known for being the most beautiful plant with the largest flowers in the genus, this species has some interesting facts: It was described in 1863 by Heinrich Gustav Reichenbach. At that time, its name was Oncidium superfluum. Its name means “superfluous,” indicating its lack … Read more
The maxillaria picta is one of the most controversial orchids among the orchid species. It can be found in the following countries: Brazil (southern region, found at altitudes ranging from 200 to 600 meters – 656 to 1968 feet) Argentina If you own this orchid or are thinking of buying it, keep reading this article … Read more