Bird’s-beak Oncidium (Oncidium sotoanum)
Epidendroideae Oncidium Bird’s-beak Oncidium Oncidium sotoanum (2010) Botanical Description Formerly known as O. ornithorhynchum, this species produces clouds of small pink-to-purple flowers. It is the primary parent of the famous “Chocolate Orchid” hybrids and has a very sweet, candy-like scent. Hardiness & Conservation Hardy Species Status: Least Concern • Regulation: Appendix II Scientific Classification Subfamily […]
Tiger Orchid, Clown Orchid (Rossioglossum grande)
Epidendroideae Rossioglossum Tiger Orchid, Clown Orchid Rossioglossum grande (1840) Botanical Description Produces some of the largest flowers in the Oncidiinae subtribe. The waxy blooms are bright yellow with bold chocolate-brown bars, and the center of the flower resembles a tiny human figure or clown. Hardiness & Conservation Fragile / Rare Status: Endangered • Regulation: Appendix […]
Mule-ear Orchid, Rat-tail Orchid (Trichocentrum cebolleta)
Epidendroideae Trichocentrum Mule-ear Orchid, Rat-tail Orchid Trichocentrum cebolleta (1813) Botanical Description A “terete-leaved” orchid with thick, pencil-like leaves designed to store water in arid environments. It produces upright spikes of yellow and brown flowers similar in shape to the Dancing Lady. Hardiness & Conservation Hardy Species Status: Least Concern • Regulation: Appendix II Scientific Classification […]
Virgin Orchid (Rodriguezia venusta)
Epidendroideae Rodriguezia Virgin Orchid Rodriguezia venusta (1837) Botanical Description A compact epiphyte that produces cascading sprays of pure white flowers with a yellow blotch on the lip. It is highly fragrant and favored for its elegant, drooping growth habit. Hardiness & Conservation Hardy Species Status: Least Concern • Regulation: Appendix II Scientific Classification Subfamily Epidendroideae […]
Dancing Lady, Golden Shower (Oncidium flexuosum)
Epidendroideae Oncidium Dancing Lady, Golden Shower Oncidium flexuosum (1823) Botanical Description A classic species featuring bright yellow flowers with a broad, ruffled lip that resembles a flared skirt. It is a vigorous grower, producing long, branching sprays that “dance” in the breeze. Hardiness & Conservation Hardy Species Status: Least Concern • Regulation: Appendix II Scientific […]