Orchidaceae
The Orchidaceae family, or orchids, is one of the largest and most diverse plant families in the world, known for their intricate and exotic flowers. Orchids are admired for their beauty and variety, with species exhibiting a stunning array of shapes, sizes, and colors. These plants are incredibly adaptable, thriving in diverse environments from tropical rainforests to arid deserts.
Habitat: Orchids can be found in a wide range of habitats. Many species grow as epiphytes, clinging to trees in the humid canopies of tropical rainforests, where they capture moisture and nutrients from the air. Others thrive in temperate regions, growing in the ground or on rocks. Some orchids have even adapted to survive in harsh, dry environments, making them one of the most versatile plant families. Their ability to adapt to various climates and conditions contributes to their widespread distribution and ecological success.
Platystele baqueroi
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This miniature, rare epiphyte is native to Ecuador, found in the cloud forests at elevations around 2000 meters. This tiny orchid is known for its ...
View full detailsPlectrophora alata
4.0 / 5.0
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Pleurothallis quaternaria
Stanhopea jenischiana
4.25 / 5.0
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Stanhopea ruckeri
Stenia angustilabia
Trichopilia hennisiana
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Tolumnia Jairak Flyer 'Cartoon'
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Tolumnia Jairak Firm 'Koromo'
Cyrtocidium Karla Yanza
Acianthera ciliata
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View full detailsPhragmipedium Sheila Riggs
Phragmipedium Sheila Riggs Culture: This exceptional slipper orchid hybrid is a cross between Phragmipedium Río Mira and Phragmipedium anguloi, com...
View full detailsBulbophyllum appendiculatum
This distinctive epiphytic orchid species is renowned for its unique morphological characteristics and specialized flowering patterns that create f...
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Jumellea recta
5.0 / 5.0
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Gongora tracyana
Bulbophyllum klabatense
Rhynchobrassoleya Purple Cricket
Galeopetalum Ecuagenera
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View full detailsDendrochilum saccolabium
Dracula velutina
Dracula velutina
Gongora histrionica
5.0 / 5.0
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Maxillaria bicallosa
Lepanthes calodictyon cup leafs
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View full detailsLepanthes dodsonii
5.0 / 5.0
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Masdevallia zahlbruckneri
Maxillaria splendens
Maxillaria splendens
Pleurothallis anthrax
Specklinia gracillima
Specklinia gracillima