Moth orchids are potentially Britain’s most gifted house plant. This orchid’s scientific name, Phalaenopsis, (fah-lah-nop-sis), translates from Ancient Greek to mean the appearance of a moth, in ...

Orchids (Orchidaceae) are a beautiful and beloved flower and a perfect houseplant. Their tall, elegant silhouette resembles a graceful sculpture, and they come in a wide range of elegant colors. While ...

If you're looking for a new plant to add color to your living space, there are several different types of orchids to choose from. From spray orchids and moth orchids to dancing ladies and the more ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Potted orchids have long been popular with plant enthusiasts for their elegant appearance and range of ...

When a friend told me recently that she’d spend part of a Saturday repotting her Phalaenopsis orchids, I had a sinking feeling. Repot orchids? I’ve had some for several years and it never occurred to ...

The Phalaenopsis or moth orchid is a monopodial orchid. Monopodial orchids have a central growing stem that produces one or two elliptical leaves from the top. Repotting is required for the following ...

Orchids have been a popular houseplant since the Victorian era, when the passion for collecting these tropical beauties reached feverish heights, sending orchid hunters across the world in search of ...

Repotting orchids was on the minds of Keiki Club members recently when they showed up at Sue and Terry Bottom's home in the south part of the county for a demonstration. The Keiki Club is for ...

Q: I purchased a Phalaenopsis orchid that bloomed beautifully this year. What do I need to do to have it bloom again next year? I know it can be difficult to get orchids to rebloom. -- Mary S., ...

I was inspired to try growing orchids after visiting the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Orchid Show. Could you please provide some advice on an easy orchid that I could try growing? Moth orchids ...