If you ever come across a Cooper’s black orchid in the wild, you probably would mistake it for a stick — or perhaps an odd potato if you dig a little underneath it. Unlike many others of its kind, ...

The study of mycoheterotrophy in orchids has revealed a complex nutritional strategy whereby plants derive carbon and essential nutrients from associated mycorrhizal fungi rather than relying solely ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. In some orchids, photosynthesis is out and parasitism is in. Instead ...

The importance of misting your plants depends on their specific needs and the growing environment. Mike Drouin of ...

Selbyana, Vol. 26, No. 1/2, Proceedings of the Second International Orchid Conservation Congress (2005), pp. 159-170 (12 pages) The genus Caladenia (spider orchids) is one of the most diverse in ...

Orchid care is all about precision, and it's crucial to repot them during this window to ensure healthy roots, top soil ...

I intended the outing to be about orchids, and more specifically, about counting them. Orchids captured my attention bit by bit over several years until I was almost as connected to them as all their ...

The world's most mysterious and elusive orchid lives underground in Australia. Scientists are trying to rescue this botanic marvel from going completely extinct. As a child, Kingsley Dixon's favourite ...