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Epidendrum is a large genus of terrestrial or epiphytic orchids that are easily grown, and produce compact clusters of small, sweetly scented flowers that last up to several months on the plant. Epidendrum is a genus of more than 1,000 species. Some have pseudobulbs or thickened stems, others having canelike stems. Epidendrums with reed-like stems tend to grow too tall for…
Coelogyne is a genus of tree-dwelling (epiphytic) orchids that bear cascades of fragrant white or yellow flowers in pendent racemes. Coelogyne are cool- to intermediate -growing orchids. They can withstand outdoor temperatures to 59°F (15°C). In cooler regions, they should be grown indoors or in a greenhouse. They are best grown in epiphytic orchid potting mix…
Dendrobium is a genus of epiphytic and terrestrial orchids that produce single to many-flowered racemes or dense clusters of showy flowers mainly in spring. Individual flowers are 1 to 3 inches across and often twisted or curled. Dendrobium is a genus of about 900 species. Some are deciduous plants that flower on leafless growths made…
Cymbidium are terrestrial orchids with long-lasting blooms. They are easy to grow and grow freely outdoors in frost-free regions. In cold-winter regions, Cymbidiums can be grown indoors or in a greenhouse and set outdoors in summer. Cymbidiums are cool-growing orchids. There are hundreds of winter or spring-blooming Cymbidium hybrids. Large Cymbidium species and hybrids have flowers…
Oncidium is a free-flowering orchid. Most produce long spikes of yellow flowers spotted or striped with brown; a few have white or rose-colored blooms. Blossoms may be small and numerous or large and sparse. Oncidium is recommended for beginners because it is easy to grow and tolerates a wide range of growing conditions. It can be grown…
Miltonia is a genus of evergreen tree-growing (epiphytic) orchids that bear star-shaped, sometimes fragrant flowers on erect racemes. Miltonia are native to tropical regions of Brazil; a related genus Miltoniopsis is very similar but native to the cool regions of Costa Rica and Peru. Miltonia commonly have white, yellow, or greenish-yellow flowers; the flowers are often…
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