The Vanda Alliance includes a number interesting genera characterized by many large flowers in loose clusters. They are native to Africa and the southern parts of Asia, including offshore islands. They are all monopodial, which means they have a central stem that grows upward, with symetrical leaves on each side
They like warmth and moisture, especially since the stem does not hold too much water. In general, they alse need bright light to flower well. Water them frequently, but they must have good drainage. Fertilize during spring and summer. Repot only when necessary.
Though not a phalaenopsis, we do grow this
miniature Vanda in the same conditions. Youcan expect upright
stems of pink and white blooms with faint freckles. These
flowers are VERY FRAGRANT!
The parents of this cross are Vanda amesiana x Sedirea japonica.
These plants are great for beginners! They will grow
well on a windowsill or under artificial lights. We offer these blooming
size plants in 2½" pots. They are expected to flower in their next
blooming season. (Winter-various)
This species Angraecum is originally from Madagascar.
It has been nicknamed 'Darwin's Orchid' because when Darwin saw it he predicted the existence of a moth with a tongue long enough to reach the end of the
Forty years later the moth was discovered and given the species name 'praedicta'.
This is the December flowering form that is also known as the 'Star of Bethlehem'.
These plants are easy to grow and heavily fragrant at night.
This offering is for plants in 2½" pots.
Legend:
L - well suited to growing under lamps or on a windowsill
F- fragrant
Blooming Size - should bloom in season within 12 months
Near Blooming Size - should bloom in season within 18 months
