Most varieties of this houseplant originate from tropical climates, so replicate its native environment indoors for beautiful ...

This article was published in Scientific American’s former blog network and reflects the views of the author, not necessarily those of Scientific American Lots of people get worked up about orchids, ...

Deep in Colombia's northwestern forests, an orchid enthusiast has gathered a colorful collection of nearly 25,000 specimens, some of which he is cloning to protect them from extinction. Orchids are a ...

Stacy Tornio has authored more than 15 books about animals, nature, and gardening. She is a master gardener and master naturalist. Orchids are some of the most delicate and unique flowers you can grow ...

If you love orchids you will want to clip and save this column. The Fascination of Orchids Show is coming up, but make a note: It has outgrown its South Coast Plaza venue and this year has relocated ...

Growing orchids from seed has always been considered a very specialized task and nearly impossible for the average gardener. It is a myth that a fully equipped laboratory is necessary; a myth that ...

Orchids are loved by gardeners around the world but are notoriously difficult to cultivate. Researchers have developed a new orchid cultivation kit and have succeeded in complete artificial ...

Unlike seeds of other plants, orchid seeds (above, a seed packet) do not contain the nutrition they need to sprout. They get it from fungi. Melissa McCormick, SERC Editor's Note, August, 7, 2019: The ...