Orchid Species
Pure Botanical Heritage: Natural Orchid Species
Explore our collection of true orchid species—nature's original masterpieces, unchanged by hybridization. These are the wild orchids that inspired centuries of botanical exploration and continue to captivate serious collectors with their authentic beauty and fascinating natural history.
Why Species Orchids Matter:
- Botanical Authenticity: Pure species as they exist in nature, not human-created hybrids
- Conservation Value: Many species face habitat loss in the wild, making cultivation important for preservation
- Discovery Stories: Each species has a unique tale of botanical exploration and discovery
- Natural Adaptation: Evolved over millennia to thrive in specific ecosystems, from cloud forests to tropical lowlands
- Genetic Foundation: These are the parent plants behind many popular hybrid orchids
Natural Habitats & Origins: Our species orchids represent diverse ecosystems from around the world—misty mountain slopes in the Andes, humid rainforests of Southeast Asia, cool cloud forests of Central America, and rocky outcrops of Madagascar. Understanding their natural habitat helps recreate ideal growing conditions at home.
For the Serious Collector: Species orchids appeal to growers who appreciate botanical accuracy, natural diversity, and the challenge of cultivating plants true to their wild origins. Many species offer unique characteristics rarely found in mass-produced hybrids, including distinctive fragrances, unusual flower forms, and specific blooming patterns tied to seasonal changes.
Growing Considerations: Species orchids range from beginner-friendly to advanced difficulty levels. Each variety includes information about its natural habitat, which guides care requirements including temperature ranges, humidity levels, and light preferences. Some species are more forgiving than their hybrid descendants, while others require precise conditions.
Perfect for: Collectors building reference collections, enthusiasts interested in orchid evolution and taxonomy, growers seeking authentic botanical specimens, and those who value the heritage and story behind each plant.
Pure Botanical Heritage: Natural Orchid Species
Explore our collection of true orchid species—nature's original masterpieces, unchanged by hybridization. These are the wild orchids that inspired centuries of botanical exploration and continue to captivate serious collectors with their authentic beauty and fascinating natural history.
Why Species Orchids Matter:
- Botanical Authenticity: Pure species as they exist in nature, not human-created hybrids
- Conservation Value: Many species face habitat loss in the wild, making cultivation important for preservation
- Discovery Stories: Each species has a unique tale of botanical exploration and discovery
- Natural Adaptation: Evolved over millennia to thrive in specific ecosystems, from...
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A spectacular, medium to large sized, hot growing epiphyte in primary rainforests, mangrove swamps and moss forests as well as an occasional lithophyte on rocks from Papua & New Guinea and the Solomon Islands at elevations of 300 to 2000 meters although it is...Regular price $80.00Regular priceUnit price per
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Phalaenopsis Schilleriana is native to the Philippines, on the island of Luzon to the south of Quezon City and on the eastern coasts of nearby islands. It grows high in the branches of trees in rainforests, at heights of 0-457 meters above sea level....Regular price $125.00Regular priceUnit price per
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Discovered by missionary and plant explorer Charles Parish. This species is native to Southeast Asia and grows as an epiphyte on tree branches. The plants are basically leafless for much of the year but can develop a couple of small leaves during the summer...Regular price $65.00Regular priceUnit price per
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Orange/tangerine-coloured antelope Dendrobium species. Plants Available: Advanced seedlings in 50mm tubes. Care: Grow in bright indirect light with good air circulation and moderate to high humidity. Water heavily while plants are in active growth. Reduce water and fertilizer during the cooler months to provide a rest...Regular price $45.00Regular priceUnit price per
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Found only in Madagascar at elevations of 400 to 1200 meters growing among rocks in seasonally dry evergreen forests [morning dew is the main source of water for part of the year] as a medium sized, warm to cool growing epiphyte or semilithophytic vandanaceous...Regular price $170.00Regular priceUnit price per
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Bulbophyllum phalaenopsis is named not for floral similarities, but for the similarity in the leaves of the plant. This is a large sized, epiphytic species from New Guinea that is found at elevations below 500 meters and blooms on a basal, short, fasciculate inflorescence...Regular price $285.00Regular priceUnit price per
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Bulbophyllum phalaenopsis is named not for floral similarities, but for the similarity in the leaves of the plant. This is a large sized, epiphytic species from New Guinea that is found at elevations below 500 meters and blooms on a basal, short, fasciculate inflorescence...Regular price $575.00Regular priceUnit price per
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Native to the Celebes Islands (now Sulawesi), Indonesia. These difficult to find plants have interesting mottled leaves and flower at a small size. Plants for sale are seedlings in 50mm tubes.Regular price $30.00Regular priceUnit price per
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Cymbidium ensifolium Jin He 金荷, also known as four season orchid 四季兰 is a terrestrial orchid which produces fragrant flowers. Plants for sale are seedlings in 50mm tubes.Regular price $45.00Regular priceUnit price per
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Latourea type species native to New Guinea. Large grower to 60 cm, erect spikes of up to 20 blooms. Robust grower. Seedlings in 50mm tubes for sale.Regular price $25.00Regular priceUnit price per
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Our peloric form of Phalaenopsis cornu-cervi var. alba boasts fragrant flowers with a robust scent, making it a delightful addition to any orchid enthusiast's collection. The flowers, fleshy and long-lasting, showcase a vibrant yellow hue adorned with small red spots or bars, culminating in a...Regular price $35.00Regular priceUnit price per
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Common Name or Meaning The Outstanding Angraecum Flower Size 4" [10 cm] Found in southern and western coastal Madagascar in sandy dry woods at an elevation of sealevel to 820 meters as a small to just medium sized, hot to warm growing, monopodial epiphyte that blooms...Regular price $35.00Regular priceUnit price per
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Phalaenopsis Bellina (Jiaho Tricolour x Almost Whole Red) Orchid. Selected variants of Phalaenopsis Bellina, the princess of the phalaenopsis orchids. A mix of the Jiaho tricolour and almost whole red variant. This plant has good genes in hopes for colours that pop and spark. ...Regular price $40.00Regular priceUnit price per
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A charming species native to the islands of Southeast Asia, this fascinating variety thrives in warm, humid conditions producing waxy, pointed flowers lasting several months in spring and summer. Plants for sale - seedlings in 50mm tubes.Regular price $45.00Regular priceUnit price per
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This species is a small sized, hot growing, pendant growing epiphyte from Borneo in shady, humid, lowland and swampy riverine forests low down on trees often near or on branches overhanging stream banks at elevations of sealevel to 200 meters. Produces highly fragrant citrus...Regular price $40.00Regular priceUnit price per
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This small to medium sized, hot growing, epiphytic species is found in the Philippines at elevations below 100 meters. This species produces 3 to 5, sweetly fragrant, long lasting, fleshy, waxy flowers and blooms in the spring through summer. Plants for sale - seedlings...Regular price $45.00Regular priceUnit price per
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Common Name The Javanese Phalaenopsis Found on the island of Java at elevations around 700 to 1000 meters as a, warm growing epiphyte. Plants for sale - seedlings in 50mm tubeRegular price $25.00Regular priceUnit price per
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Cymbidium sinense is a wonderful species native to China and Northern Vietnam . It produces dark red flowers that are very sweet in fragrance. This plant is also referred to in China as the 'New Year's Orchid' as it generally flowers during the Chinese...Regular price $60.00Regular priceUnit price per
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A unique species native to New Guinea growing at elevations from 3,000 to 7,000 feet above sea level. This plant likes intermediate to cooler temps but will tolerate some heat in summer. The flowers usually emerge in the spring, but we have also seen...Regular price $90.00Regular priceUnit price per
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Found in Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua Costa Rica and Panama epiphytically on trees in open forests and occasionally terrestrially in soil pockets ocurring at altitudes of sealevel to 1000 meters, as a medium to large sized, hot to warm growing species...Regular price $45.00Regular priceUnit price per
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Found in Para and Tocantins state of Brazil at elevations of 395 to 610 meters as a small sized, warm growing epiphyte in moist conditions with slim, spindly pseudobulbs and a single apical leaf that blooms in the late spring through mid summer on...Regular price $42.00Regular priceUnit price per
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The rare "Holy Ghost" orchid from Panama! This species blooms with outstanding 2 to 3 foot fall spikes decorated with round, 1.5" cup-shaped flowers with a perfect dove in the center. To add to their appeal, these flowers also emit a strong fragrance. The...Regular price $135.00Regular priceUnit price per
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Dendrobium purpureum is native to Vanuatu, Fiji, Bougainville, New Guinea, the Caroline Islands and the islands of the Malay Archipelago. This plants occur on coastal lowlands and in mountain forests, from sea level up to 1150 m. They were also encountered on trees in...Regular price $115.00Regular priceUnit price per
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Long known under the name Diacrium bicornutum, this species is found north of the Amazon River of South America. In the wild, the hollow pseudobulbs are frequently home to stinging ants. This orchid can flower anywhere between January and June. The flowers have a wonderful...Regular price $35.00Regular priceUnit price per
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