The green Phalaenopsis orchid Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi var. alba is an albino variant of the Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi (Breda) Blume & Rchb.f.1860. We found that outstanding Phalaenopsis orchid in the orchid shop of our friends and supporters Phrao Orchids in Chiang Mai, North Thailand. The unusual looking and fragrant green orchid has been cultured by themselves. Phalaenopsis [read more...]

The small,epiphytic growing orchid species Phalaenopsis amboinensis J.J.Smith 1911, native to Sulawesi and the Maluku Archipelago (Moluccan Islands), has been named after the island of Ambon, part of the Maluku Islands of Indonesia. The longlasting flowers reach a size of 2,5 – 5 cm. Flowering period: Winter – Spring. Phalaenopsis amboinensis orchids are widely used [read more...]

Phalaenopsis lindenii Loher 1895 is an epiphytic growing orchid species from the island of Luzon (Philippines). Phalaenopsis lindenii orchids are an endangered species by habitat loss. Flowers reach a size of about 3 – 4 cm. Flowering period: Spring – Fall © Orchids Flowers.com Image: Phalaenopsis lindenii Loher 1895 Photographer: Kitisak “Nat” Jaidee

There is still a bit of confusion about the Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi f. sanguinea Christenson 2001 and other subspecies or variations of the Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi (Breda) Blume & Rchb.f.1860. The name Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi f. sanguinea Christenson 2001 is still just a synonym. In trade the beautiful red Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi is mostly called Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi red. Phalaenopsis [read more...]

Phalaenopsis venosa Shim & Fowlie 1983 is an epiphytic
growing orchid species from Sulawesi, Indonesia (former: Celebes).
The beautiful flowers can reach a size up to about 7 cm…