Orchid Board - Most Complete Orchid Forum on the web ! http://www.orchidboard.com/community Best Orchid Information forum. Come and discuss all aspects of the Orchid hobby. Beginner and Advanced forums available. Packed with features. Orchid Gallery, Orchid TopSites, Glossary of Orchid terms, Classifieds, Auctions, Book reviews, member articles and so much more. Stop by and check us out. en Sat, 07 Nov 2009 20:41:25 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/images/misc/rss.jpg Orchid Board - Most Complete Orchid Forum on the web ! http://www.orchidboard.com/community Oncidium Alliance trouble? http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pests-diseases/29725-oncidium-alliance-trouble.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 20:23:57 GMT :hello...I've had this Oncidium since 2007. Last spring, I separated the plant and it actually took to that well. Now, I'm seeing both plants are actually losing leaves and bulbs are dying. Looking at the pictures, the one on the left, when they lose their leaves, they have all looked this same way with the black spots. I don't see the black spots on the leaves until they start to die. What appears to be dying looks like the older bulbs maybe? The next couple pictures are pictures of their root systems left and right respectively. To me, the roots look really good. I didn't see what I think is root rot, no bugs or anything really to make me think something is killing these guys.

I'm just not sure what to think about them. These have never bloomed, which makes me sad but maybe next year if they survive.

Is there anything special I need to do for these or are they growing (and dying) naturally? They aren't as 'glossy green' as they were when I first got the plant, which concerns me about the lighting I have them in. I've had them in a couple different places, right now they are in front of a northeast window with a little morning sun/light. I also have a lamp lite on that table at night, as well.

Thanks for any help! :bowing I tend to let orchids take their course because I get rather nervous about how to care for them and whether or not I am doing the right thing, so any help would be appreciated.
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]]> ImABrat http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pests-diseases/29725-oncidium-alliance-trouble.html So Many Spikes Yahoo!! http://www.orchidboard.com/community/hybrids/29724-so-many-spikes-yahoo.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:37:21 GMT I am so excited with my Big Leaf Chids Wow! Their first year in the Greenhouse this past summer worked wonders for them. :banana::banana: Phal.... I am so excited with my Big Leaf Chids Wow! Their first year in the Greenhouse this past summer worked wonders for them. :banana::banana:

Phal. Baldans Species Equistris River Bend x Zuma Beach
Orig. Orchid with spike and keiki her baby with new spike

Phal. Mini Mark Holm
Waited a long time for him to rebloom. please.gif

Dtps. Taida Salu

Dtps. Long Pride Fancy

4 Noids :dunno:

Can't wait for them to bloom and I will post pics when they do.

Thanks - Sheridan
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]]> Hybrids Ranchnanny http://www.orchidboard.com/community/hybrids/29724-so-many-spikes-yahoo.html new leaves to grow http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29723-new-leaves-grow.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 19:28:10 GMT Generally speaking how long would it take for an orchid to grow a new leaf? Weeks or months? A new spike? Anyone know? Generally speaking how long would it take for an orchid to grow a new leaf? Weeks or months? A new spike? Anyone know? ]]> Beginner Discussion aries23 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29723-new-leaves-grow.html Slc. Purple Fantasy http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29722-slc-purple-fantasy.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:44:41 GMT Image: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2532/4003826937_735b550416_t.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/ronaldhanko/4003826937/) ]]> Cattleya Alliance ronaldhanko http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29722-slc-purple-fantasy.html Pot. Samantha Duncan http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29721-pot-samantha-duncan.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:42:26 GMT A rather common mericlone: Image: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2539/4018331657_efedda8892_t.jpg ... A rather common mericlone:






]]> Cattleya Alliance ronaldhanko http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29721-pot-samantha-duncan.html Possible Phal. schilleriana parent / grandparent / greatgrandparent?? http://www.orchidboard.com/community/identification-forum/29720-possible-phal-schilleriana-parent-grandparent-greatgrandparent.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:42:06 GMT Earlier in the week I brought this guy home from the supermarket - the mottled leaves had made me take a closer look and after learning more about my... Earlier in the week I brought this guy home from the supermarket - the mottled leaves had made me take a closer look and after learning more about my Phal. Wiganiae last week I was convinced this might be slightly more special than the other NoIDs in the (rapidly growing) collection.

It looks very like a Phal. schilleriana, and Camille very kindly did a check, and we figured that while it clearly isn't the real thing it probably has something of it in it's parentage somewhere. Taking a look at the grower's website didn't yield any specific info either.

However, I've just been to an orchid show and low and behold, one of the vendors had the exact orchid! Ok - so I need to be careful throwing around words like 'exact' but if not 'exact' then somewhere in that neighbourhood! His was a Nobby's Amy cross with schilleriana.

So - I've attached pics, and would love to hear what you all think! While I know it will never be more than a NoID, it's fun to know what it might have been if only for that little white label!
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]]> Identification Forum Nic100 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/identification-forum/29720-possible-phal-schilleriana-parent-grandparent-greatgrandparent.html Epc. Honey http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29719-epc-honey.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:37:42 GMT Also photographed for the AOS: Image: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2760/4036104069_bd70f24f0d_t.jpg ... Also photographed for the AOS:

]]> Cattleya Alliance ronaldhanko http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29719-epc-honey.html Slc. Golden Wax http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29718-slc-golden-wax.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:34:36 GMT Photographed for the AOS: Image: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2728/4081839778_bf60a1969a_t.jpg ... Photographed for the AOS:

]]> Cattleya Alliance ronaldhanko http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29718-slc-golden-wax.html Phal. Zuma Rascal http://www.orchidboard.com/community/hybrids/29717-phal-zuma-rascal.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 17:31:50 GMT Photographed for the AOS. Image: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2465/4078578681_c0cb4d4769_t.jpg ... Photographed for the AOS.

]]> Hybrids ronaldhanko http://www.orchidboard.com/community/hybrids/29717-phal-zuma-rascal.html <![CDATA[Blc. Erin Kobayashi 'Amy Chen']]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29716-blc-erin-kobayashi-amy-chen.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 14:09:33 GMT Bought this one in bloom in March with only two flowers - Just rebloomed about a week ago with 3 flowers this time!! :banana: Bought this one in bloom in March with only two flowers - Just rebloomed about a week ago with 3 flowers this time!! :banana:
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]]> Cattleya Alliance Ethan http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29716-blc-erin-kobayashi-amy-chen.html Mormodes warszewiczii http://www.orchidboard.com/community/catasetum-stanhopea-alliance/29715-mormodes-warszewiczii.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 13:32:05 GMT Mormodes warszewiczii is in flower now. This species is quiet spread through South and Central America and is very variable. Here is its flowers... Mormodes warszewiczii is in flower now. This species is quiet spread through South and Central America and is very variable. Here is its flowers (spotted form)



]]> Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance Gena http://www.orchidboard.com/community/catasetum-stanhopea-alliance/29715-mormodes-warszewiczii.html Masdevallia veitchiana http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pleurothallis-alliance/29714-masdevallia-veitchiana.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 12:03:26 GMT That is one of my favourites among Masdevallias. This species is originated from Peru where it was first discovered by collector Richard Pearce in... That is one of my favourites among Masdevallias. This species is originated from Peru where it was first discovered by collector Richard Pearce in 1867. He found plants in the high mountains of southern Peru at altitudes between 2000 and 3960 m above the sea level.

]]> Pleurothallis Alliance Gena http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pleurothallis-alliance/29714-masdevallia-veitchiana.html Cycnoches William Clarke http://www.orchidboard.com/community/catasetum-stanhopea-alliance/29713-cycnoches-william-clarke.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 11:47:49 GMT Cycnoches William Clarke is a relatively new primary hybrid registered by F.Clarke in 2004. The parents are Cycnoches herrenhusanum and Cycnoches... Cycnoches William Clarke is a relatively new primary hybrid registered by F.Clarke in 2004. The parents are Cycnoches herrenhusanum and Cycnoches cooperi.
My plant is blooming now for the first time. I do like the coloration – it is really somewhere in between herrenhusanum and cooperi. The plant is from Brazil.



]]> Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance Gena http://www.orchidboard.com/community/catasetum-stanhopea-alliance/29713-cycnoches-william-clarke.html Miltonia noid http://www.orchidboard.com/community/identification-forum/29712-miltonia-noid.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 11:12:30 GMT This orchid was labelled simply as Miltonia. Could anyone help me to identify it correctly? Thanks in advance :) Image:... This orchid was labelled simply as Miltonia. Could anyone help me to identify it correctly?

Thanks in advance :)



]]> Identification Forum Rakeru http://www.orchidboard.com/community/identification-forum/29712-miltonia-noid.html How much light for Vanda Pachara Delight? http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29711-how-much-light-vanda-pachara-delight.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 04:16:48 GMT Im not sure how much light is enough or too much for my Vanda. I live in south Florida and have a balcony with western view? Any tips? Also, bloomed... Im not sure how much light is enough or too much for my Vanda. I live in south Florida and have a balcony with western view? Any tips? Also, bloomed a week ago and flowers never fully plumped up. What did I do wrong? Help if you can, Im a total newbie but want to learn!!! Thanks! TORi ]]> Beginner Discussion Tori http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29711-how-much-light-vanda-pachara-delight.html November Article Contest http://www.orchidboard.com/community/contests-polls/29708-november-article-contest.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 03:47:05 GMT Is there going to be a contest this year? Is there going to be a contest this year? ]]> ronaldhanko http://www.orchidboard.com/community/contests-polls/29708-november-article-contest.html V. merrilii http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-bloom/29707-v-merrilii.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:50:30 GMT A nice Vanda species that has a great aroma. A nice Vanda species that has a great aroma.
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]]> Orchids in Bloom Leisurely http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-bloom/29707-v-merrilii.html Laelia purpurata var. schusteriana http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29706-laelia-purpurata-var-schusteriana.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:32:19 GMT No doubt this a wonderful lip!
This has been treated as a separate variety here in Brazil, but I really can't agree. The only difference between this and the variety roxo-violeta is the size of the lip. To me, creating a new variety based only upon the size of the lip is to push things a little, but that's the way things are for now. For me, the correct name would be Laelia purpurata var. roxo-violeta, like so many other of this color.
Anyway, none of this makes it less beautiful than it is!:)

]]> Cattleya Alliance Rosim_in_BR http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29706-laelia-purpurata-var-schusteriana.html Anybody going to the Tokyo Dome show? http://www.orchidboard.com/community/advanced-discussion/29705-anybody-going-tokyo-dome-show.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:30:46 GMT I'll be attending the first couple of days. I'm interested in getting tickets to the preview - any suggestions? ]]> Advanced Discussion Bayard http://www.orchidboard.com/community/advanced-discussion/29705-anybody-going-tokyo-dome-show.html Some recent bloomers http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-bloom/29704-some-recent-bloomers.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 22:25:42 GMT Haven't posted anything in a LONG time...I've been so busy with my other passion (horses) that it was all I could do to keep my orchids alive!! :shock:

Just wanted to share a few recent bloomers!

1. NOID Catt. (sadly thrips gave her blooms a short life)
2. Bl Sunset Glory
3. Ascocenda Princess Mikassa 'blue'
4. Odcdm Tiger Crow 'Golden Girl'
5, 6. C. Hawaiian Wedding Song 'Virgin' (LOVE this one!!)
7. Brsdm. Flyaway 'Taida'
8. Onc. Sweet Sugar
9, 10. Dtps. Pulcherrima x Buddha's Treasure - first bud on this one opened April 27 and STILL has one flower left!! This cross is incredible - had about 25 flowers total!!
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]]> Orchids in Bloom Ethan http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-bloom/29704-some-recent-bloomers.html Need help from tomato growers http://www.orchidboard.com/community/off-topic-totally/29703-need-help-tomato-growers.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:28:50 GMT I posted this question on another fourm (man what a hassle that was). So I decided to post it here too! My next door neighbor started 2 plants from... I posted this question on another fourm (man what a hassle that was). So I decided to post it here too! My next door neighbor started 2 plants from seed in 5 gal. buckets and today he showed me this nasty looking growth coming from the side of the stalk about half way up. They look like roots forming but being that they are only 50ft. away from my plants I was worried that it may be a decease and affect my plants too. Anyone here know what it is? I grown tomatoes for many years and have never had this happen. Thanks
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]]> Off Topic - Totally flhiker http://www.orchidboard.com/community/off-topic-totally/29703-need-help-tomato-growers.html Help with my den http://www.orchidboard.com/community/dendrobium-alliance/29702-help-my-den.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:18:17 GMT Hopefully the photos turn out. I will repost if they don't. Just have two questions for my den. Thoughts appreciated. :bowing

The Den just dropped some flowers and I don't know where to cut the stem, any ideas??:scratchhead:

One of the Keikis died and don't really know what happened... Any ideas. Please see the photo 3 for better description. :bua:

The roots look good to me..... They are just white. Are they dieing and I just don't know. kinda new to the den world.

Thought welcome!
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]]> Dendrobium Alliance kjp8128 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/dendrobium-alliance/29702-help-my-den.html Maxillaria sophronitis http://www.orchidboard.com/community/maxillaria-alliance/29701-maxillaria-sophronitis.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 21:01:19 GMT young plant, first bloom at home (I bought it 1 1/2 year ago). It is growing on treefern slab, outside all summer with east exposure, inside the... young plant, first bloom at home (I bought it 1 1/2 year ago).
It is growing on treefern slab, outside all summer with east exposure, inside the rest of the year hanging 6 inches under T5 HO lights. Intermediate temps, spray every day and soak every 2-3 days. The treefern slab dries in about 2 days.

It is a fast grower : 3 generations of pseudobulbs in one year ! :biggrin: and each psb grows 2 new psb each time. From 3 mature psb last year, I got 24 growing already !





the same plant exactly one year ago
]]> Maxillaria Alliance s.kallima http://www.orchidboard.com/community/maxillaria-alliance/29701-maxillaria-sophronitis.html Cattleya Undine alba http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29700-cattleya-undine-alba.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:42:09 GMT Image: http://img27.imageshack.us/img27/5568/cattleyaundine01resiz.jpg Exactly one year after the first flowering. But this year it is three ...

Exactly one year after the first flowering. But this year it is three flowers on a pseudobulb and two other buds on another pseudobulb will open soon. This is the result of crossing a Cattleya mossiae alba with Cattleya intermedia alba. ]]> Cattleya Alliance Intruder http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29700-cattleya-undine-alba.html fungus on phal? http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pests-diseases/29699-fungus-phal.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:39:59 GMT Are these spots fungus, how can i threat it, with contact or systematic fungicides?Image:... Are these spots fungus, how can i threat it, with contact or systematic fungicides? ]]> kati http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pests-diseases/29699-fungus-phal.html Leafless Phal http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29698-leafless-phal.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:33:04 GMT Hi All,
I'm enclosing a photo of Phal Melody, which I purchased at a spring show.
It was outside May to Sept where it spiked.
Brought it into the house in late Sept, but all the leaves yellowed and dropped off. However the spike continues to elongate.
Photo shows freshly-watered roots which appear to be healthy.
Will it live to flower in this condition?
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]]> Beginner Discussion Billyc http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29698-leafless-phal.html Christmas Cactus starting to bud. http://www.orchidboard.com/community/off-topic-totally/29697-christmas-cactus-starting-bud.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:31:52 GMT Here are a couple pics I took of my christmas cactus starting to bud. Image:... Here are a couple pics I took of my christmas cactus starting to bud.










]]> Off Topic - Totally TheCanfield http://www.orchidboard.com/community/off-topic-totally/29697-christmas-cactus-starting-bud.html Staurochilus ionosma http://www.orchidboard.com/community/vanda-alliance-others/29696-staurochilus-ionosma.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:20:53 GMT A floriferous, easy-to-grow member of the vanda alliance. Staurochilus ionosma is a hardy plant that likes hot, humid and wet summers, followed by... A floriferous, easy-to-grow member of the vanda alliance. Staurochilus ionosma is a hardy plant that likes hot, humid and wet summers, followed by cool-to-intermediate and relatively dry winters. Blooms are fragrant and approximately 1 inch wide.

Steve

Flickr Photo Download: Staurochilus ionosma
Flickr Photo Download: Staurochilus ionosma
Flickr Photo Download: Staurochilus ionosma ]]> Vanda Alliance - others smweaver http://www.orchidboard.com/community/vanda-alliance-others/29696-staurochilus-ionosma.html I bought a Cattleya in a bag... now what? http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29695-i-bought-cattleya-bag-now-what.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 18:16:15 GMT I just purchased a healthy looking cattleya in a bag, you know the ones that have the pot all fish-netted up and doped in a bag with the tag stapled... I just purchased a healthy looking cattleya in a bag, you know the ones that have the pot all fish-netted up and doped in a bag with the tag stapled to the top from Lowes.
My immediate reaction was to open it up and re-pot it, then i thought that maybe i should just open it up and watter it until a later point in time. either way i got it home about 10 minutes ago and now its sitting on my plant table so any info would be greatly appreciated
ThanX as always ]]> Cattleya Alliance TheCanfield http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29695-i-bought-cattleya-bag-now-what.html <![CDATA[WTB Dinema/Encyclia polybulbon & Bulb. lasiochilum]]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/auto-generated-threads-classified-system/29694-wtb-dinema-encyclia-polybulbon-bulb-lasiochilum.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 17:14:05 GMT As the title says As the title says ]]> Auto Generated Threads by Classified System Phyrex http://www.orchidboard.com/community/auto-generated-threads-classified-system/29694-wtb-dinema-encyclia-polybulbon-bulb-lasiochilum.html new to dens!! help http://www.orchidboard.com/community/dendrobium-alliance/29693-new-dens-help.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:29:25 GMT Hello, About 2 1/2 weeks ago I bought two on the sale rack at lowes. One was 5$ and it has A big cane and 3 smaller ones. The big one had a... Hello,

About 2 1/2 weeks ago I bought two on the sale rack at lowes.

One was 5$ and it has A big cane and 3 smaller ones. The big one had a spike but browned and i cut it down.
I first had them planted it sprgm moss but this week felt it was too wet so I put them in mix of fir bark, hardwood charcoal, and coarse perlite. (also had a tag that said dendrobium 44-08/#67 world cup no2)

The other was 3.50$ and has one big spike and one smaller one. The big one had a spike but also browned and I cut it off.

So could someone help me with them thank you very much




...... the 2nd pic the lil cane leaf has turned yellow. last three pics are phals just wanted to see there progress.
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]]> Dendrobium Alliance aries23 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/dendrobium-alliance/29693-new-dens-help.html Anybody have the Dendrophylax barethiae http://www.orchidboard.com/community/identification-forum/29692-anybody-have-dendrophylax-barethiae.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:28:28 GMT I have one of these by total chance in my bathroom window. It appears healthy but very small,nickel size!! A picture of a more mature plant would be... I have one of these by total chance in my bathroom window. It appears healthy but very small,nickel size!! A picture of a more mature plant would be great. I also need information on its care? I have never found another of this species. ]]> Identification Forum martinvermillion http://www.orchidboard.com/community/identification-forum/29692-anybody-have-dendrophylax-barethiae.html Dendrophylax lindenii replateing media http://www.orchidboard.com/community/propagation/29691-dendrophylax-lindenii-replateing-media.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:18:16 GMT Does anyone have a proven formula for replating? I know just enough from so much different information on this it's all running together. I understand everyone changes the mixture according to conditions but,does a standard exist? Will this also be the same with other leafless species? ]]> Propagation martinvermillion http://www.orchidboard.com/community/propagation/29691-dendrophylax-lindenii-replateing-media.html <![CDATA[Cym."little black sambo" Winter watering]]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cymbidium-alliance/29690-cym-little-black-sambo-winter-watering.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 16:07:24 GMT I have a Cym. "little black sambo" and am not sure how much water it needs in the Winter? I have been told everything from little or no water to regular water once a week. It has more natural light this Winter than last and seems well but I have alot of this Summer's new growth trying to die off? I have never had this plant bloom "so far" and hope to pull it off this Spring. All help appreciated. ]]> Cymbidium Alliance martinvermillion http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cymbidium-alliance/29690-cym-little-black-sambo-winter-watering.html Brassia Leaves Turning from green to yellowish http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29685-brassia-leaves-turning-green-yellowish.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 14:44:47 GMT Brand new Brassia (not sure what kind) it was doing fine about a week then today I noticed the leaves are all turning yellow...please help I don't want to lose this plant.Also the flowers from the bottom are starting to wilt could that be because they opened first? Please tell me about light, watering etc for this type of orchid.
thanks,
Robi
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]]> Beginner Discussion Robi http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29685-brassia-leaves-turning-green-yellowish.html EpiWeb? http://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/29684-epiweb.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:03:30 GMT *EpiWeb*....Can anyone give me some info on this stuff? I never see it available in any of the supply or hydoponic stores, never see it anywhere... EpiWeb....Can anyone give me some info on this stuff? I never see it available in any of the supply or hydoponic stores, never see it anywhere except on the internet.

For what kind of orchids, is it recommended? I've read there are some members that use this with nothing else. What are it's advantages, disadvantages? ]]> Outdoor Gardening Sandy4453 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/outdoor-gardening/29684-epiweb.html Cattleya Haadyai Delight... http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29668-cattleya-haadyai-delight.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:12:22 GMT Today this cattleya started blooming, i.e. Blc. Haadyai Delight "Bangprom Gold" AM x Blc. Arom Gold. The colours may get a bit darker in a few days... Enjoy!

Cheers, Michael
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]]> Cattleya Alliance Ephemere http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29668-cattleya-haadyai-delight.html <![CDATA[Unidentifed Father's Day Gifts]]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/identification-forum/29667-unidentifed-fathers-day-gifts.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 03:55:46 GMT My daughter & family gifted me 6 orchids,(from Australia)' for Father's day. They came in a cole slaw container, with no air, and were in pretty poor condition. I potted them in Bark mix, and they just "existed", until October 11/th, when I put them in semi-hydro. Now they are all showing leaf & root growth. The only info on the tags were:1) Panda , 2) Queen Beer , 3) Hope Star , 4) Red Angel , 5&6) Cranberry 2 & 3. Can anyone give me a better description(names) for these ? Are the large or small types, what culture ? Thanks, John. ]]> Identification Forum jowben1 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/identification-forum/29667-unidentifed-fathers-day-gifts.html From seedlings in a flask to adulthood http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29665-seedlings-flask-adulthood.html Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:47:56 GMT I have many orchids in my collection, but they are all potted and doing well. I have never purchased seedlings in a flask, so am a novice in this... I have many orchids in my collection, but they are all potted and doing well. I have never purchased seedlings in a flask, so am a novice in this field. My interest is in buying cattleya seedlings in a flask (price is $37.00 per flask before shipping, is that reasonable?). Approximately how many plants do flasks normally contain and how does one take care of these? Also, when can one plant the seedlings individually (size) and especially how does one go about that (procedure) since they are in a flask?

Thank you very much for your help and guidance!

Cheers, Michael ]]> Beginner Discussion Ephemere http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29665-seedlings-flask-adulthood.html Rodriguezia venusta http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-bloom/29664-rodriguezia-venusta.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 23:27:33 GMT Second bloom for this one. Last year it produced a single spike, and half the buds blasted. This year it seemed to find its mojo: six spikes, all... Second bloom for this one. Last year it produced a single spike, and half the buds blasted. This year it seemed to find its mojo: six spikes, all buds present and accounted for. Really makes a bright spot on the shelf, and makes me smile to look at it on a gray day like today. Small Oncidium relative, growing in a 4" Vanda basket with a handful of bark. No scent that I can pick up on, but maybe it will appear after all the flowers have been open for a few days. Thanks for looking! ;)
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]]> Beginner Discussion jmforan http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29662-brassia-blues.html Masdevallia floribunda. http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pleurothallis-alliance/29661-masdevallia-floribunda.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 22:17:37 GMT Blomming now. Blomming now.
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]]> Pleurothallis Alliance Jorge V. http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pleurothallis-alliance/29661-masdevallia-floribunda.html <![CDATA[Tolumnia's]]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/oncidium-odontoglossum-alliance/29660-tolumnias.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:09:48 GMT Hey everyone! I haven't posted here in quite some time, but I've got some new chids from Brian to show off. Lemme know your opinions :)





I received Tolumnia Lei Lei and Tolumnia Genting Orange. Both appear to be in great shape, but I'm slightly worried about the one's roots. What do you think?











]]> Oncidium/Odontoglossum Alliance Franco24 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/oncidium-odontoglossum-alliance/29660-tolumnias.html Dens Genting Beauty and Genting Rose http://www.orchidboard.com/community/dendrobium-alliance/29654-dens-genting-beauty-genting-rose.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:41:32 GMT Rescues from last year. The plants are easy to grow and they flower from old and new canes. Charlie Rescues from last year. The plants are easy to grow and they flower from old and new canes.

Charlie
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]]> Dendrobium Alliance cabnc http://www.orchidboard.com/community/dendrobium-alliance/29654-dens-genting-beauty-genting-rose.html Onc. Gold Dust http://www.orchidboard.com/community/oncidium-odontoglossum-alliance/29653-onc-gold-dust.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 19:15:40 GMT This little guy was purchased this summer from Happy House Orchids. That is a 2" pot. The plant is about 6" tall. I think the flower is 'upside down' to my way of thinking. The lip is to the top, above the dark orange column. The petals are an off-white. The flower is less than a 1/2" across. And there is a slight fragrance.

Charlie
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]]> Oncidium/Odontoglossum Alliance cabnc http://www.orchidboard.com/community/oncidium-odontoglossum-alliance/29653-onc-gold-dust.html Lincoln nebraska show http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchid-show-announcements/29652-lincoln-nebraska-show.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 18:09:54 GMT The Fifth Annual Fall Orchid Show hosted by the Lincoln Orchid Society Displays of flowering orchids, artwork, photography, florist and educational... The Fifth Annual Fall Orchid Show hosted by the Lincoln Orchid Society
Displays of flowering orchids, artwork, photography, florist and educational displays
plus daily demonstrations



Saturday, November 14, 2008 10:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M. (no sales after 5:00 p.m.)
Sunday, November 15, 2008 Noon - 5:00 P.M.

Location: Westfield Gateway Shopping Mall, #5 Gateway, 6100 'O' Street, Lincoln NE
Admission: $3.00 per day, 14 yrs and under FREE ]]> Orchid Show Announcements ericst11 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchid-show-announcements/29652-lincoln-nebraska-show.html Plastic Basket Removed from Vanda, Now What http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29651-plastic-basket-removed-vanda-now-what.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 17:24:53 GMT I know you mentioned do it when it stopped blooming but I just couldn't look at that ugly basket anymore...I know you're thinking but it's still there...but at least its free from the bottom!!! I soaked the roots for about 40 minutes and cut the plastic away and where the roots where stuck I pried them off slowly only one spot did I break about an inch of root off... then I got some of the black dried out stuff as well... now how do I proceed? Should I let it rest before continuing? I don't want it to die. Thank you to everyone who has helped me in this process!!! I love this board!!
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]]> Beginner Discussion Robi http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29651-plastic-basket-removed-vanda-now-what.html Unidentified orchid http://www.orchidboard.com/community/identification-forum/29650-unidentified-orchid.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 16:19:47 GMT If I have posted this twice please excuse me as I can't find my original post.

This plant has recently appeared all over my property here in northern Michigan and I think its in the Helleborine family. However, it is much shorter and the pouch like bloom appears only at the top of each stem. The leaves are similar to ladyslippers and its height between 10-12". It had bloomed around July 4th this year. Any comments would be greatly appreciated.
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]]> Identification Forum condogal http://www.orchidboard.com/community/identification-forum/29650-unidentified-orchid.html Spike-tastic http://www.orchidboard.com/community/hybrids/29649-spike-tastic.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 15:58:21 GMT My goal was to have something in bloom at any time during they year, however, I did not expect the drop in temperatures to do this. Here's the 8 of 130 that are in spike now and that will hopefully fill the house with some sushine during the gloomy season. All except the Twinkle (with 6 spikes) are earned spikes.

Phal. NOID "bites"
Phal. equestris v. rosea
Phal. lobbii
Neostylis Lou Sneary
Phal. NOID "peach"
Onc. Tsiku Marguerite 1&2
Onc. Twinkle
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]]> Hybrids Phyrex http://www.orchidboard.com/community/hybrids/29649-spike-tastic.html Jumelleas...how does one grow http://www.orchidboard.com/community/advanced-discussion/29648-jumelleas-how-does-one-grow.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:34:29 GMT I've been looking at these, I know they like intermediate temperatures.......


What else do I need to know? Potting medium? watering?

Thanks!!! :) ]]> Advanced Discussion peeweelovesbooks http://www.orchidboard.com/community/advanced-discussion/29648-jumelleas-how-does-one-grow.html <![CDATA[what's happening to my orchid?? help]]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29647-whats-happening-my-orchid-help.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:57:39 GMT i'm new to orchid. bought several orchids last month... but 2 of the orchids got this "yellowing" leaves & "drying" spots on the leaves.. what causes it? could it be lack of fertilizer? or too much direct sunlight? too much watering? or too little watering? can somebody help me? here are the photos of my orchid...




thanks for your replies :) ]]> Beginner Discussion winterain http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29647-whats-happening-my-orchid-help.html Bulbophyllum lobbii http://www.orchidboard.com/community/bulbophyllum-alliance/29646-bulbophyllum-lobbii.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:35:16 GMT This one just fully bloom today. Really happy to see evwerything went ok since it's been raining since few days ago.:biggrin:
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]]> Bulbophyllum Alliance abiom http://www.orchidboard.com/community/bulbophyllum-alliance/29646-bulbophyllum-lobbii.html Two interesting looking dendrobiums http://www.orchidboard.com/community/dendrobium-alliance/29645-two-interesting-looking-dendrobiums.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 09:03:29 GMT These two dendrobiums belong to one of my friends who collects a lot of mutated phal-type dendrobiums. These two dendrobiums belong to one of my friends who collects a lot of mutated phal-type dendrobiums.
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]]> Dendrobium Alliance pheli http://www.orchidboard.com/community/dendrobium-alliance/29645-two-interesting-looking-dendrobiums.html vanda identification http://www.orchidboard.com/community/identification-forum/29644-vanda-identification.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 07:17:47 GMT can you identify my vanda? received it as a gift with no... can you identify my vanda? received it as a gift with no tag.file:///C:/Documents%20and%20Settings/2400/My%20Documents/My%20Pictures/my%20october%20flowers/my%20october%20flowers%20020.jpg ]]> Identification Forum karmcclin http://www.orchidboard.com/community/identification-forum/29644-vanda-identification.html Where can I learn... ? http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29643-where-can-i-learn.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 05:35:01 GMT I'm pretty new to this. I did have some orchids about twenty years ago, and at the time I had a couple of pretty good books, but life intervened and that's long gone. I now have about a dozen plants that have been given to me in the last three months and one book, Ortho's All About Orchids which has the imprint of the American Orchid Society. It's very limited, only shows about 15 genera in its "gallery", but seems to be a good starter for beginners.

At this point I'd like to learn more about monopodials. So far I've got three. Two of them have bloomed and I'm sure they are vandas of some kind. I'd like to learn more about other monopodial genera. I don't have a lot of time available to search right now, so can anyone suggest good web sites? I'd also be interested in hearing recommendations for books that I should make part of my library. I'm probably never going to get into propagating or hybridizing, but I probably should learn more about those subjects as well. Oh, yeah, I should mention that I live in Thailand, so I'm more interested in those genera that are native to Asia.:biggrin: ]]> Beginner Discussion Acharn http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29643-where-can-i-learn.html Tilandsia http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchid-lounge/29642-tilandsia.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 04:19:17 GMT Here is a NOID Tilandsia ($4.00 grocery store plant) that has been a nice, regular bloomer for me for several years, and one of the few where the... Here is a NOID Tilandsia ($4.00 grocery store plant) that has been a nice, regular bloomer for me for several years, and one of the few where the bloom is good-sized (about 1 ½”). Just one at a time, however. Only when one dies, does a new one emerge. I know rhis is a common variety, but it never had an ID label, so I don't know exactly what it is.

Ed
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]]> Orchid Lounge EdinAZ http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchid-lounge/29642-tilandsia.html Misc October blooms http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-bloom/29641-misc-october-blooms.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 04:14:06 GMT From left to right: • Cirrhopetalum biflorum – plant, then bloom • Cochleanthes amazonica – plant, then bloom - there are about a dozen more buds... From left to right:

• Cirrhopetalum biflorum – plant, then bloom
• Cochleanthes amazonica – plant, then bloom - there are about a dozen more buds coming, still hidden in the foliage. This guy blooms at various times throughout the year, doesn't seem to have a "season", and is in bloom about half the year off and on. A great little plant!
• Cycnodes Wine Delight ‘JEM’ – plant, then bloom
• Macradenia brassavolae – plant, then bloom

Ed
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]]> Orchids in Bloom EdinAZ http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-bloom/29641-misc-october-blooms.html October Cattleya http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29640-october-cattleya.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 04:05:49 GMT Many of my Catt’s have gotten a bit big to bring inside easily, and _also_ our cats (the furry ones, not the catts) like to eat the leaves, then barf... Many of my Catt’s have gotten a bit big to bring inside easily, and also our cats (the furry ones, not the catts) like to eat the leaves, then barf on the rug, so I usually just cut them as they bloom and they live in small vases around the house.

From left to right:

• Blc. Sanyung Ruby ‘Kwang Lung’ - cut before fully open
• Lc. Mary Elizabeth Bohn ‘Royal Flare’ – my only “true blue” and a very nice color.
• Lc. Gila Wilderness ‘Granduer’

Ed
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]]> Cattleya Alliance EdinAZ http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29640-october-cattleya.html <![CDATA[Frys Phal's]]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchid-lounge/29639-frys-phals.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 03:57:03 GMT My wife likes Phal’s the best, so when she found these on sale at Fry’s (a local grocery chain) for $10 each, she brought home a few. I have to say,... My wife likes Phal’s the best, so when she found these on sale at Fry’s (a local grocery chain) for $10 each, she brought home a few. I have to say, they are in outstanding condition for “grocery store, home improvement store, etc” plants. They have terrific root systems and the plants are hearty and healthy, and were just beginning to bloom, with many buds left to open. They obviously made it from grower to store very quickly, with no time for the usual neglect and abuse that plants from these sources normally suffer.

I do have several plants from these “store” sources, and sometimes you can find amazing things among the “usual suspects” (which these Phal’s are); but they are often a rescue project, even though they may be worthwhile plants.

Since all of these "store" plants have been forced to the max, even if not abused, I like to give them a little R & R after they are done blooming. With Phal’s, I always cut the spike, and don’t let them re-bloom out of the same spike. This gives them about a year to re-group before they bloom again. Often they will need re-potting, although these look O.K. to stay in thier pots another year.

Ed
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]]> Orchid Lounge EdinAZ http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchid-lounge/29639-frys-phals.html Where to cut the stem? and any suggestions for better care. http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29638-where-cut-stem-any-suggestions-better-care.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:39:13 GMT My Phal dropped its flowers, but a stem is peeking out see stem photo of a nub. I have posted a picture the nub is where the clip is. I already cut... My Phal dropped its flowers, but a stem is peeking out see stem photo of a nub. I have posted a picture the nub is where the clip is. I already cut off the brown part of the stem but should I cut further down?
See roots photo-Also, last time I watered I noticed some of the roots deflated and turned brown. I do not prefer the medium that this plant is in. Is it possible to repot this plant or should I leave it alone?
If you look at the photo named pot of orchid you will notice that these roots look good. You will also notice that I had to cut two leaves off because they were yellow and about to fall off. I put some cinnamon on the orchid so it would not get infected. This picture is just to show that part of the plant. After seeing this pic should I do something to better care for this plant?

Thank you very much,
Katie

P.S. first time photo upload let me know if you cant open them.
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]]> Beginner Discussion kjp8128 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29638-where-cut-stem-any-suggestions-better-care.html maintaining uniform moisture with S/H http://www.orchidboard.com/community/semi-hydroponic-culture/29637-maintaining-uniform-moisture-s-h.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 00:18:32 GMT This question came to me while reading an interesting thread in the advanced discussion regarding "for those of us who hate watering".

How important is it for the LECA to wick moisture all the way to the top of the pot? My dry climate rarely allows this to happen. I usually have condensation about 3/4 of the way up the pot.

I can't tell if it's having a negative effect or not. Everything seems happy but maybe they would be a lot better if this was wasn't happening.

Maureen ]]> Semi-Hydroponic Culture nutgirl http://www.orchidboard.com/community/semi-hydroponic-culture/29637-maintaining-uniform-moisture-s-h.html Three New Orhcids! http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29636-three-new-orhcids.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 23:47:21 GMT :hello
Two packages arrived today from two great friends who sent me orchids! It's been a GREAT DAY!! Thanks Girls :)

Here at the pics:
1. Gastrochilus acutifolius
IMG_0120 on Flickr - Photo Sharing!
2. Oncidium sphacelatum 'Dancing Lady'
IMG_0121 on Flickr - Photo Sharing!
3. NOID Cattleya
IMG_0122 on Flickr - Photo Sharing!

Enjoy!

-- Katie :) ]]> Beginner Discussion PitcherASAMD http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29636-three-new-orhcids.html Laelia purpurata http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29635-laelia-purpurata.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:58:42 GMT This is a seedling showing the face for the first time. Just regular, the segments are normal for the species, but that lip is really big for that... This is a seedling showing the face for the first time. Just regular, the segments are normal for the species, but that lip is really big for that flower!

]]> Cattleya Alliance Rosim_in_BR http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29635-laelia-purpurata.html Princess Mikasa dropped all leaves http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29634-princess-mikasa-dropped-all-leaves.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 21:53:41 GMT I'm new here, and also to orchids - got my first about 9 months ago.

Among the beginning orchids was a Princess Mikasa, Blue. It's in a slatted wood container with coarse cork. It has been doing well, bloomed in late spring.

I water it weekly and mist between, light fertilize bi-weekly.

Within the past couple weeks it suddenly dropped all its leaves. What might have caused it?

If I leave it and continue watering is it possible it will eventually send up a new stem and leaves?
Should I cut off the existing stem or just pitch the whole thing? ]]> Beginner Discussion Calvin http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29634-princess-mikasa-dropped-all-leaves.html Cattleya violacea http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29633-cattleya-violacea.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 20:04:12 GMT My climate is problematic for this species, but I've been trying it anyway, because the flower is awesome to me. Adult plants definitely have big trouble to adapt and in general die after a few years or don't develop satisfactory, but small seedlings seem to do better. This is the first to be in bloom of a bunch I acquired times ago!!

]]> Cattleya Alliance Rosim_in_BR http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29633-cattleya-violacea.html Cattleya walkeriana - very nice flare http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29632-cattleya-walkeriana-very-nice-flare.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:43:10 GMT This flower is a little small at 3-1/2", but it has very nice flaring.

Parents are 'Ann' AM/AOS x 'Puanani'. This cross has produced many outstanding flares, blushes, albescens, semi-albas and even a few albas.
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]]> Cattleya Alliance catwalker808 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29632-cattleya-walkeriana-very-nice-flare.html C. walkeriana very nice tipo http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29631-c-walkeriana-very-nice-tipo.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:32:49 GMT C. walkeriana 'Dayanne Wenzel' x 'Miriam Suzuki'. This is a cross between 2 tipos. 'Miriam Suzuki' has beautiful shape & color, but is an erratic breeder, with mixed results in the offspring.

This flower is pretty good in shape and color.
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]]> Cattleya Alliance catwalker808 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29631-c-walkeriana-very-nice-tipo.html Polystachya foliosa http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-bloom/29630-polystachya-foliosa.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 18:31:52 GMT I got a compot of this from Troy Meyers earlier this year. I gave some to friends and planted 4 together for myself. It now has 4 spikes, three of... I got a compot of this from Troy Meyers earlier this year. I gave some to friends and planted 4 together for myself. It now has 4 spikes, three of them are about 7" tall and the other one is about 3" tall...and that one is the one to bloom first! :shock:

Ya just never know :dunno:
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]]> Orchids in Bloom cb977 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-bloom/29630-polystachya-foliosa.html Cattleya labiata v semi-alba http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29629-cattleya-labiata-v-semi-alba.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:59:13 GMT This C. labiata semi-alba has been blooming for about a month. This photo was taken a few weeks ago This C. labiata semi-alba has been blooming for about a month. This photo was taken a few weeks ago
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]]> Cattleya Alliance catwalker808 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29629-cattleya-labiata-v-semi-alba.html For those of us who hate watering http://www.orchidboard.com/community/advanced-discussion/29628-those-us-who-hate-watering.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:05:44 GMT Hi everyone,

I'm on a quest to find a better potting medium. I've grown orchids for about 6-7 years now, and for me, the trickiest thing to manage is the choice of potting medium. I don't believe in universal rules for potting; while I understand the need for guidelines in novices and beginner growers, I've come to appreciate that success comes from finding the perfect match between medium and growing conditions. For instance, I have never had a single plant grow well in bark. Conversely, I've tried dendrobiums and phals in straight sphag with decent results. As a chronic underwaterer, sphag seems to work the best, although I do have problems with it compacting and getting gross and soggy after a while. Coconut works amazingly in small pots, but in larger pots, I run into the problem of poor moisture distribution, with the top coconut bone dry and the inner core wet and soggy.

Recently, I went to an excellent talk by lycaste expert Henry Oakeley. While discussing mediums, he touched on how bark has never worked for him - how the top of the bark is dry but the bottom is wet, and so you end up with a ring of roots circling the top of the pot and a ring of roots circling the bottom of the pot, trying to escape. He uses a sphagnum-perlite mix that can stay pretty much uniformly moist/dry so there is no guess work involved with watering. I know that S/H generates a NON-uniform moisture gradient, so that is certainly a different take on things. Someone recently mentioned a grower who plants cattleyas in a coco-peat/perlite mix. Definitely far more dense than your conventional well draining bark mix.

My question is, if you are also a chronic underwaterer, what potting strategies have you adopted? If you live in a dry environment but can't afford the time to dunk everything every other day, what do you do? And how important exactly is moisture uniformity in a potting mix?

(obviously it's impossible to separate potting mix from plant specific needs either, but lets take that out of the equation for now) ]]> Advanced Discussion calvin_orchidL http://www.orchidboard.com/community/advanced-discussion/29628-those-us-who-hate-watering.html Papilionanthe teres http://www.orchidboard.com/community/vanda-alliance-others/29627-papilionanthe-teres.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:57:09 GMT Strange orchid! The dorsal is folded, the petals are twisted forming a cover to the lip... I'm inclined to think that the flower exists to accomplish the pollination and that the flower parts are all meant to some useful purpose in that sense... But something really bugs me... what are those two horns for (perfectly visible on the bud and also on the back of the opened flower):scratchhead: :hmm!


]]> Vanda Alliance - others Rosim_in_BR http://www.orchidboard.com/community/vanda-alliance-others/29627-papilionanthe-teres.html Laelia lobata var. concolor http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29626-laelia-lobata-var-concolor.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:43:47 GMT I remember that in my early orchid days in the 80's, adding one of these to the collection was really a trouble. To my knowledge, only one concolor has been found in the 50's, if my memory serves me well, the famous L. lobata var. concolor 'Jeni'. Until the 80's, getting a piece of this clone was a hard job. Later, it was selfed and the progeny was faithful to the mother color pattern spreading the variety, which became common. The plant seen on the tree is in my back yard and is not the original 'Jeni', but its daughter.

]]> Cattleya Alliance Rosim_in_BR http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29626-laelia-lobata-var-concolor.html Cattleya jenmanii var. semi-alba http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29625-cattleya-jenmanii-var-semi-alba.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:05:23 GMT Really charming variety of this Venezuelan Cattleya. Wonderful, sweet fragrance. The species is very similar to Cattleya labiata and considering that... Really charming variety of this Venezuelan Cattleya. Wonderful, sweet fragrance. The species is very similar to Cattleya labiata and considering that Colombia is most likely the centre of irradiation for the labiate Cattleyas, it is not absurd to speculate that C. labiata probably derived from C. jenmanii.
Cattleya jenmanii has only now being more available in Brazil, basically the type and the caerulea variety. Semi-albas are still difficult to find and most of times expensive.
I acquired a few seedlings a couple of years ago of which this is the first to bloom and, to me, a pleasant surprise considering the overall shape and look of the flower.

]]> Cattleya Alliance Rosim_in_BR http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29625-cattleya-jenmanii-var-semi-alba.html need help reviving this http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pests-diseases/29624-need-help-reviving.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:35:46 GMT It was neglected, bought from Lowe's so I assume it's a dendrobium, and I'm wondering what the next step is. The 2 things that stick out are yellow cane stalks and brown spots on the leaves.

thanks!
Dan
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]]> soprillo http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pests-diseases/29624-need-help-reviving.html Sickly buds http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29623-sickly-buds.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:11:38 GMT After 5 months of blooming, my multiflora has produced more spikes as extensions to the previous ones and also some small new spikes from the old... After 5 months of blooming, my multiflora has produced more spikes as extensions to the previous ones and also some small new spikes from the old ones.

Of course she produced also buds but some of them got withered (or sickly is the correct word?)

They don't open. Especially at the first photo you can see one bud it was just one to two days before opening and started to wither.

Is this normal to occur some times or it is me that I am not doing something correctly?
:roll:



]]> Beginner Discussion Viperalus http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29623-sickly-buds.html An Offer of Free Orchids http://www.orchidboard.com/community/advanced-discussion/29622-offer-free-orchids.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:31:50 GMT Hi everyone!!

I'm slightly embarrassed to be posting this, but here it goes.

I recently got it into my head that I could grow Stanhopeas outside here in my limited yard space in Miami. To that end, I ended up purchasing 5 Stanhopea seedlings and 1 large division from the Evil Troy Meyers.

However, I have come to realize that I really cannot offer them the proper cultural conditions, and would like to give the plants a good home.

Therefore, I am offering the plants to anyone here who can take care of them properly and is interested in taking them. I'm not interested in money---call it a gesture of friendship on my part--and a desire to give the plants a good home.

The only catch is that you have to be a REGISTERED member of the OB!!!

The offer is open to anyone until 1pm today EST. Sorry, for U.S. residents only please. :)

The seedlings are in 2x2 Aircone pots:

1) Stanhopea ecornuta
2) Stanhopea inodora
3) Stanhopea grandiflora
4) Stanhopea tigrina var. nigroviolacea
5) Stanhopea tigrina var. nigroviolacea (a different variety)

The large division is in a 5x5 air cone pot:

1) Stanhopea radiosa.

Just let me know on the OB which one you want and PM me with your mailing address. :)

Have a great day everyone! ]]> Advanced Discussion peeweelovesbooks http://www.orchidboard.com/community/advanced-discussion/29622-offer-free-orchids.html flowering http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29621-flowering.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:08:08 GMT These days my orchids are flowering . I gave them fertilizer regularly and they bloom well. Some bushes got three canes of flowers. ... These days my orchids are flowering . I gave them fertilizer
regularly and they bloom well.
Some bushes got three canes of flowers.
Oncediums too. Even Vandas.
:waving
Thanks all. ]]> Beginner Discussion thakshila smith http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29621-flowering.html Wild Orchid close to blooming. Know it? http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-wild/29620-wild-orchid-close-blooming-know.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:21:34 GMT I am attaching some photographs of a wild orchid (Thailand) which shows blooms are forming. I have seen the flowers before, they are small, hairy... I am attaching some photographs of a wild orchid (Thailand) which shows blooms are forming. I have seen the flowers before, they are small, hairy greenish-white with yellow. Does anyone recognise this orchid by name? Thanks.
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]]> Orchids in the Wild Ephemere http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-wild/29620-wild-orchid-close-blooming-know.html Blc. Lois McNeil http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29619-blc-lois-mcneil.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:29:14 GMT Blc. Lois McNeil is one of my favorite blue cattleyas. It blooms regularly each year. Blc. Lois McNeil is one of my favorite blue cattleyas. It blooms regularly each year.
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]]> Cattleya Alliance pheli http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29619-blc-lois-mcneil.html Help, Leptotes bicolor is blasting all its spikes! http://www.orchidboard.com/community/advanced-discussion/29618-help-leptotes-bicolor-blasting-all-its-spikes.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:20:44 GMT I need some help with my Leptotes bicolor. I got it about a year ago as a NBS plant. In October I was really pleased to see that the 4 newest and... I need some help with my Leptotes bicolor. I got it about a year ago as a NBS plant. In October I was really pleased to see that the 4 newest and largest growths were starting spike nubbins. But they seem to grow a little bit, then they just dry up and die. 3 have blasted so far, and I'd really really like to save the last one which is stll green. I'm growing it mounted on cork, with no sphag. It gets heavily misted twice a day and dunked every 2-4 days. Right now it's hanging a few inches under my 55W powercompact light. Temperature is about 20°C, and the humidity is in the 55-75% range. :help ]]> Advanced Discussion camille1585 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/advanced-discussion/29618-help-leptotes-bicolor-blasting-all-its-spikes.html To all UK growers and worldwide growers, what should i get from Burnham Nurseries? http://www.orchidboard.com/community/advanced-discussion/29617-all-uk-growers-worldwide-growers-what-should-i-get-burnham-nurseries.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 08:30:07 GMT To all UK growers and worldwide growers, what should i get from Burnham Nurseries? Hello i might be going to Burnham Nurseries in the next month or... To all UK growers and worldwide growers, what should i get from Burnham Nurseries?
Hello i might be going to Burnham Nurseries in the next month or so (depending what happens on the farm) and i was wondering if any of the UK growers or anyone that has been there (i have been there but i only go about 2 times a year..........................wish i live a little closer!!!!) and what orchids you have bought from them and what you would recommend that i should get when i go, i manly like species but i do like a nice NAMED hybrid (i have spent hours and hours looking for the names of some my hybrids and i have only found one..........................meh), i have a very varied collection (a miss-match of what i like and the random plants i can grow well be them hardy or not) and i like any orchid and if it grows i happy and if it starts to look unhappy i lave having a challenge!! And putting my own twist on growing them (i will put a list up of what i have at the moment ..................that have names i can find and the labels)

If you have not been to Burnham Nurseries YOU MUST GO one day it is amazing and the staff are just the nicest people in the world!! And very helpful (i think i am just a little bit bias but i love it there!!!) and they have LOTS of orchids and types of orchids (DER) but the lay out and rest is just brill!!

Ok sorry for me going on a BIT! But thank you for looking any way and my list should be below –

PS This is my first time starting a thread!.........................................i think but still hope this works!!!!!!!

Aerides Korat koki
Ascocantrun Minialum
Beallra Erostar
Betilla Striata (pink)
Betilla Striata Alba
Bifrenaria Aureofulva
Brassavola little star
Brassavola Perrinii
Broughtonia Sanguinea Red
Bulbophyllum Careyanam
Bulbophyllum Corolliferum
Bulbophyllum Eberhardtii
Bulbophyllum Moniliforme
Calanthe Parelet
Cattleya Blc.Arom Gold
Cattleya Blc.King of Taiwan
Cattleya Guttata lucky star X C.landate
Cattleya Varut palin "spotty"
Chysis Bractescens
Chysis leavis
Cirrhopetalum Elizabeth Ann
Cleisostoma Elegans
Coelogyne Cristata var Alba
Coelogyne Cristata
Coelogyne Fimbrata
Coelogyne Ochracea
Coelogyne Usitana
Cymbidium Devonianum
Cymbidium Ebureum
Cypripedium Calceolus
Cypripedium Dietrich
Cypripedium Reginae
Dendrobium Capillipes
Dendrobium Cretaceum
Dendrobium Delacouri
Dendrobium Kingianum
Dendrobium Lamellatum
Dendrobium Pachyphyllum
Dendrobium Parishii
Dendrobium Pendulum
Dendrobium Pulchellum
Dendrobium Ruppianum
Dendrobium Senile
Dendrobium Speciosum
Dichaea Pendula
Disa Kewensis
Disa Watsonii
Doritaenopsis Sweet Strawberry Sogo
Doritis pulcherrima
Encyclia tampensis var red lip
Epidendrum Peperomia
Epidendrum Stamford
Epipactis Gigantea
Gastrochillus Japonicus
Grammatophyllum Yunnan Tiger
Leptotes Unicolor
Ludisia Discolor
Ludisia Discolor Nigrescens
Malaxis lalifola "frisky"
Masdevallia Rosea
Masdevallia Asterotriciha
Masdevallia Coccinea
Masdevallia Davisii
Masdevallia Floribunda
Masdevallia Hampshire Prolific
Masdevallia Ignea
Maxillaria Ochroleuca
Maxillaria Tenuifolia 'Red'
Miltonia Red Night King
Neofinetia falcata blue star
Neolauchea Pulchella
Odontoglossum Anna-Clair
Paphiopedilum Barbatum
Paphiopedilum Delenatii
Papitiowanthe Teres
Phalaenopsis Amabilis
Phalaenopsis Bellina
Phalaenopsis Mini Mark
Phalaenopsis Praishii B/S
Phragmipedium Pulchellum
Phragmipedium Umbrid
Pleione Hybrid (double spike)
Pleione Muculata
Pleione Praecox
Pterastylis Curta
Restrepies Brachypus
Rhynchostylis Gigantea var alba
Rodriguezia Lanceolata
Sarcochilius Ceciliae Alba
Sarcochilus Ceciilae
Sarcochilus falcus
Schoenorchid Fragrans
Schoenorchid manipurehisis
Scutacaria Hadwenii
Seidenfadenia Mitrata
Stanhopea Plemont X Moduroi
Stanhopea Tigrina
Vanilla Planifolia
Vanda Coerulea
Vanda Robert Delight
Vanda Siam Ink ]]> Advanced Discussion elamental http://www.orchidboard.com/community/advanced-discussion/29617-all-uk-growers-worldwide-growers-what-should-i-get-burnham-nurseries.html The BEST Phal keiki season ever! http://www.orchidboard.com/community/hybrids/29614-best-phal-keiki-season-ever.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 03:30:18 GMT ...thanks to KeikiPro. I applied the solution to most of the Phal spikes. I got 100% results...some spikes went on to give me flowers with no... ...thanks to KeikiPro. I applied the solution to most of the Phal spikes. I got 100% results...some spikes went on to give me flowers with no keikis to follow (about 20%) but most spikes followed up with growing new plants (with multiple keikis on some spikes!) and some, almost 3 months later now, are beginning to grow more keikis. The downside in this (I suspect) will be the potential in growing new spikes this coming season, and finding the room to add these to my collection. So many Phals...so little room.:coverlaugh:

I had a lot of fun with this over the summer. Just took some photos this evening of some of these babies that are in close view.

The last 2 pics are of keikis that have since been separated.

Thanks for allowing me to indulge in my excitement here.:biggrin:

]]> Hybrids Sandy4453 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/hybrids/29614-best-phal-keiki-season-ever.html Cleaning for A Reason Foundation http://www.orchidboard.com/community/off-topic-totally/29613-cleaning-reason-foundation.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:57:36 GMT kiki sent this to me in an email and I thought I'd share it here...thanks kiki :blowkisses:

If you know any woman currently undergoing Chemo, please pass the word to her that there is a cleaning service that provides FREE housecleaning - 1 time per month for 4 months while she is in treatment.

All she has to do is sign up and have her doctor fax a note confirming the treatment. Cleaning for a Reason will have a participating maid service in her zip code area arrange for the service.

Please pass this information on to bless a woman going through Breast Cancer treatment. This organization serves the entire USA and currently has 547 partners to help these women. It's our job to pass the word and let them know that there are people out there that care. Be a blessing to someone and pass this information along


http://www.cleaningforareason.org/ ]]> Off Topic - Totally cb977 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/off-topic-totally/29613-cleaning-reason-foundation.html Rare Orchid Collecting http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29612-rare-orchid-collecting.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:11:53 GMT Don't know where to post this question so here goes. I was on the web looking for rare orchids. Found some beautiful pictures but am very leary of whipping out my credit card across the world to buy what????

Does anyone have experience with this? I am planning to start collecting some rare orchids next year. I want to see that I can keep the ones I am currently collecting from U.S. suppliers healthy first.

Who is trustworthy in this field as a supplier? Is there resource material on buying and growing such orchids? Somebody out there has a few stories to tell I'm sure. ]]> Beginner Discussion Gareth http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29612-rare-orchid-collecting.html Echinolabium bloom http://www.orchidboard.com/community/bulbophyllum-alliance/29611-echinolabium-bloom.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 02:03:41 GMT My Bulbophyllum Echinolabium has bloomed and I could not be more happy with it. It is a fascinating plant in my book. The form,color and odor are out... My Bulbophyllum Echinolabium has bloomed and I could not be more happy with it. It is a fascinating plant in my book. The form,color and odor are out of this world! I think I need more Bulbos and a Pleurothallid or two.
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]]> Bulbophyllum Alliance Norton http://www.orchidboard.com/community/bulbophyllum-alliance/29611-echinolabium-bloom.html <![CDATA[Keikis, "pups" & babies.... Help!]]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29610-keikis-pups-babies-help.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:49:17 GMT I have several orchids, mostly phals and dendrobiums given me as gifts. Both varieties are now developing heavily rooted "babies" on their upper stems, one phal just below a bloom!!

Should I break off these new plants and pot them, or should I cut the stems of the parents on either side of the new plant, and try to propagate them that way?

THANX!! ]]> Beginner Discussion rye http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29610-keikis-pups-babies-help.html <![CDATA[Potinara Little Toshie 'H&R']]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29609-potinara-little-toshie-h-r.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:11:58 GMT Hello Everybody!
Potinara Little Toshie 'H&R' (Sc. Beaufort x Blc. Toshie Aoki).
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]]> Cattleya Alliance Mauricioguga http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29609-potinara-little-toshie-h-r.html <![CDATA[Lc Magic Bell 'New Trick']]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29608-lc-magic-bell-new-trick.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:10:09 GMT Hello Everybody!
Lc Magic Bell 'New Trick' (Cattleya loddigesii x Lc. Trick or Treat).
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]]> Cattleya Alliance Mauricioguga http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29608-lc-magic-bell-new-trick.html Lc Loogtone http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29607-lc-loogtone.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:06:38 GMT Hello Everybody! Lc Loogtone (Lc Natrasinri Doll X Cattleya Thospol Spot ). Hello Everybody!
Lc Loogtone (Lc Natrasinri Doll X Cattleya Thospol Spot ).
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]]> Cattleya Alliance Mauricioguga http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29607-lc-loogtone.html <![CDATA[Cattleya Corcovado x Blc Hauserman's Symphony Pastoral]]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29606-cattleya-corcovado-x-blc-hausermans-symphony-pastoral.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:03:47 GMT Hello Everybody!
Cattleya Corcovado x Blc Hauserman's Symphony Pastoral.
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]]> Cattleya Alliance Mauricioguga http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29606-cattleya-corcovado-x-blc-hausermans-symphony-pastoral.html <![CDATA[(Lc Chocotome Gold x Blc Cadmium Light 'Belle Glade') x (Cattleya loddigessi alba x C]]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29605-lc-chocotome-gold-x-blc-cadmium-light-belle-glade-x-cattleya-loddigessi-alba-x-c.html Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:59:30 GMT Hello Everybody!
(Lc Chocotome Gold x Blc Cadmium Light 'Belle Glade') x (Cattleya loddigessi alba x Cattleya guttata albina)
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]]> Cattleya Alliance Mauricioguga http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29605-lc-chocotome-gold-x-blc-cadmium-light-belle-glade-x-cattleya-loddigessi-alba-x-c.html B. nodosa/Little Stars http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29604-b-nodosa-little-stars.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 22:58:35 GMT I just purchased several catts. from Carmela's Orchids in Hawaii. Along with my oder I recieved a free plant, B.Little Stars. I'm trying to find information about this plant. I see it talked about on this forum along with B. nodosa. I thought Little Stars was a nodosa. Can someone tell me about this plant and how to take care of it? It's very cute, came in spike and is supposed to be fragrant. ]]> Beginner Discussion Mulchlady http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29604-b-nodosa-little-stars.html dendrobium in trouble. any suggestions? http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pests-diseases/29603-dendrobium-trouble-any-suggestions.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 22:40:56 GMT I bought this Dendrobium nobile a few weeks ago and thought it was doing just fine until a few days ago, when the new offshoot started shedding... I bought this Dendrobium nobile a few weeks ago and thought it was doing just fine until a few days ago, when the new offshoot started shedding leaves and rotting from the inside out. This happened to my first (and now dead, I think) nobile. Any ideas as to what's happening to it?

]]> Nick_M http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pests-diseases/29603-dendrobium-trouble-any-suggestions.html L.purpurata fma striata http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29602-l-purpurata-fma-striata.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:59:39 GMT This bloomed a few months ago. It has a good shape. And I like the white background and clean fine striping. Several have bloomed from a cross we... This bloomed a few months ago. It has a good shape. And I like the white background and clean fine striping. Several have bloomed from a cross we made.
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]]> Cattleya Alliance catwalker808 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29602-l-purpurata-fma-striata.html Finally, some new photos http://www.orchidboard.com/community/photography/29601-finally-some-new-photos.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:48:40 GMT I've been so busy with school, lately, that my Flickr page lay forgotten. My camera is never far from my side, though :)

Some new (well newly uploaded, at least :blushing:) pics on my page...
Flickr: musicloveranthony's Photostream

I hope everyone is doing greatly :) ]]> Photography musicloveranthony http://www.orchidboard.com/community/photography/29601-finally-some-new-photos.html repotting a very large over crowded cattleya http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29600-repotting-very-large-over-crowded-cattleya.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:00:02 GMT Hi, I am fairly new to orchids (see my post on the intro section) and have a very large cattleya to repot. It was given to me and I have finally... Hi, I am fairly new to orchids (see my post on the intro section) and have a very large cattleya to repot. It was given to me and I have finally gotten around to repotting it. I have repotted another one like it and have had good success.

My question/problem is about how to care for the divided plants (16 regular size and 5 small divisions) untill I can get them properly potted. I got a bug to finally tear apart the pot so I have done this. I layed them out on the grass and watered them well. I am thinking of putting them on my north side patio (w/roof) and work on them the next few days. Is this ok?

Also, I have been using the small bags of orchid potting mix from Home Depot and it is going to be quite expensive to use that for all of these plants. I have read in my books and online that you can use packing peanuts (not the biodegradable one) to pack in the bottom so I am thinking of getting some of them.

Any help on how to save money and handle so many plants at once would be appreciated. I am going to give some to an orchid growing friend. My other friends kill regular plants so I don't dare give some to them. Thanks:)

Gabriele ]]> Beginner Discussion springtime http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29600-repotting-very-large-over-crowded-cattleya.html Hello from Florida http://www.orchidboard.com/community/introductions-break-ice/29599-hello-florida.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 20:42:21 GMT :wavingHi everyone. I have been lurking for a while and decided to join. I am fairly new to orchids (not new to gardening) but I think I am... :wavingHi everyone. I have been lurking for a while and decided to join. I am fairly new to orchids (not new to gardening) but I think I am addicted already. My collection keeps growing.

I got started about 2 years ago when my mother was given 2 very overcrowded pots of cattleyas. She did not want them so I said I would give them a try(you cannot throw plants out!). I was very nervous about what to do with them so I just set them outside under a large oak tree untill I learned what to do. Unfortunately they were forgotten for about 1 year, they lived and even bloomed! That is when I learned how tough (some) orchids can be. I got brave after doing some reading and talking to orchid growers and repotted one of them. My collection started growing when I stopped at Orchid World in Orlando, FL. They happened to be going on a 2 week vacation and had lots of great prices on their orchids. I left with 7 orchids! I could not resist $5 & $7 price tags.

I look forward to learning and reading all of your great posts.

I am have gotten the bug to finally tear apart the last large overgrown pot of cattleyas today and am going to post on the beginers forum for some help. Thanks! ]]> Introductions - Break the Ice ! springtime http://www.orchidboard.com/community/introductions-break-ice/29599-hello-florida.html pollinating http://www.orchidboard.com/community/propagation/29598-pollinating.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:49:24 GMT I was woundering if you could do more then one cross if a plant has more then one flower on the inflorescence or does it take one of the crosses and... I was woundering if you could do more then one cross if a plant has more then one flower on the inflorescence or does it take one of the crosses and abort the other or is it to much stress on the plant and it will abort both. ]]> Propagation ericst11 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/propagation/29598-pollinating.html Help with my Dend... a lot of problems? http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29597-help-my-dend-lot-problems.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:47:40 GMT Hi... :waving My husband bought me a Dendrobium Orchid back in August and it was gorgeous. I have no idea about flowers/gardening so I thought I... Hi... :waving

My husband bought me a Dendrobium Orchid back in August and it was gorgeous. I have no idea about flowers/gardening so I thought I let that be my first try.

Then the flowers started to fall off and I did not cut the stem. I continued to water the orchid by putting in a water bath once a week. The orchid was potted in sphagnum moss.

Two weeks ago, I realized a couple of the leaves turned yellow and had a black spot in the middle. I guess it was root rot, so I removed the orchid from the medium which was moist, and checked the roots. Well, they were brown and some where green and some white. I removed the brown ones (90%) and as a result very little white and green roots left and they were so short.

I went to Wal-mart and got some Miracle-Gro orchid mix (I had no idea what to get, I wished I got more assistance from them) I repotted my orchid but it is a little wobbly since the root system is very short and not enough support.

I left the pot near the window and a few days ago, I left the blinds opened and got some direct sunlight and I forgot about removing the orchid from there. Today, I noticed a black spot on the edge on one of the leaves where it was exposed to the sun. Is that sun-burn or something else? I have attached pictures and the medium looked a little moist because I just put the pot in a water bath for 15 mins.

Please advice... I really want my orchid to grow... Thank you so much for helping this gardening newbie!

Cheers... from Charlotte, North Carolina :biggrin:
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]]> Beginner Discussion christinalkc http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29597-help-my-dend-lot-problems.html Oncidium ampliatum http://www.orchidboard.com/community/oncidium-odontoglossum-alliance/29596-oncidium-ampliatum.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 17:02:54 GMT Dozens of yellow flowers on this nice species, which p-bulbs grow more or less parallel to the medium in the pot and remind a turtle shell. When I... Dozens of yellow flowers on this nice species, which p-bulbs grow more or less parallel to the medium in the pot and remind a turtle shell. When I bought it as a small seedling the vendor warned me to not plant it in any soft medium (tree fern, sphagnum, bark...). He was firm in saying the plant should be mounted on a hard wood slab, or it would die. At home, I decided to take the risk and planted it in sphagnum... well, it not only survived, but grew very well and bloomed in a short time! Sometimes, experiencing can show new ways!

]]> Oncidium/Odontoglossum Alliance Rosim_in_BR http://www.orchidboard.com/community/oncidium-odontoglossum-alliance/29596-oncidium-ampliatum.html P. Equalacea http://www.orchidboard.com/community/hybrids/29595-p-equalacea.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:36:16 GMT Here's a sweet primary hybrid between P. violacea and P. equestris. Great dark pink lip, should put on a nice show when mature. Hard to capture the color so here are a couple of shots with different ISO settings.
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]]> Hybrids RoyalOrchids http://www.orchidboard.com/community/hybrids/29595-p-equalacea.html <![CDATA[P. Baldan's Kaleidescope 'Golden Treasure']]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/hybrids/29594-p-baldans-kaleidescope-golden-treasure.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:32:58 GMT I probably misspelled the name. Beautiful nonetheless. Easy to see why it won an AM/AOS. I probably misspelled the name. Beautiful nonetheless. Easy to see why it won an AM/AOS.
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]]> Hybrids RoyalOrchids http://www.orchidboard.com/community/hybrids/29594-p-baldans-kaleidescope-golden-treasure.html <![CDATA[Miltassia Dark Star 'Orchidworks']]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-bloom/29593-miltassia-dark-star-orchidworks.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:28:57 GMT One of the few in this alliance that I grow. I have to admit I only bought it because of its name. :blushing: What can I say, I'm an old Dead Head.
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]]> Orchids in Bloom RoyalOrchids http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-bloom/29593-miltassia-dark-star-orchidworks.html Longevity of Foods http://www.orchidboard.com/community/off-topic-totally/29592-longevity-foods.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 15:10:32 GMT StillTasty: Your Ultimate Shelf Life Guide - Save Money, Eat Better, Help The Environment (http://www.stilltasty.com/) StillTasty: Your Ultimate Shelf Life Guide - Save Money, Eat Better, Help The Environment ]]> Off Topic - Totally cb977 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/off-topic-totally/29592-longevity-foods.html Mormodes flactifoxaignea http://www.orchidboard.com/community/catasetum-stanhopea-alliance/29591-mormodes-flactifoxaignea.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:04:35 GMT Does anybody here have information about this species? Where does it comes from, culture, etc? I was offered this species (Mormodes... Does anybody here have information about this species? Where does it comes from, culture, etc?

I was offered this species (Mormodes flactifoxaignea) but cannot find any information about it... I must admit it is the first time I heard about it. Even pictures are not very common in the web. This is the only one I have been able to find: Pine Ridge Orchids - Photos - Catasetinae species

Yes, I could not resist that picture :blushing: the plant should be here in one week the latest :biggrin: ]]> Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance kavanaru http://www.orchidboard.com/community/catasetum-stanhopea-alliance/29591-mormodes-flactifoxaignea.html This was a gift in Thailand http://www.orchidboard.com/community/identification-forum/29590-gift-thailand.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 10:31:01 GMT This sympodial was given to me by the parents of a nephew-by-marriage, who live in Phitsanulok, Thailand. It appears to have been gathered in the... This sympodial was given to me by the parents of a nephew-by-marriage, who live in Phitsanulok, Thailand. It appears to have been gathered in the wild. It is on a tree branch about two inches thick, and there are ten pseudo-bulbs on the rhizome. I don't have an adequate reference book yet, but I did find one picture of an Oncidium that seemed to have this shape of bulb. I included a ruler in the picture so you can see the bulbs are about six inches high, and they have four or five leaves.

I just got the plant last week, so I've never seen it in bloom, and their enthusiastic statement that, "It has very beautiful flowers," doesn't help much. I sure would like to know what species it is so I would know better how to care for it. Luckily I live in Thailand, so it should thrive outdoors if I can find out how much light it needs.

I really would like to find some way to get this plant off the branch and divide it into three, but the roots are so solidly attached to the wood that I may not be able to do that without killing the plant.

]]> Identification Forum Acharn http://www.orchidboard.com/community/identification-forum/29590-gift-thailand.html carnivorous wendlandianum? http://www.orchidboard.com/community/bulbophyllum-alliance/29589-carnivorous-wendlandianum.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 04:52:13 GMT Hi everyone, I was very suprised to see not one but two flies caught in my wendlandianum! They were both dead! Seems they got squashed by the lip!... Hi everyone,
I was very suprised to see not one but two flies caught in my wendlandianum!
They were both dead! Seems they got squashed by the lip!
Does this happen often?
Regards
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]]> Bulbophyllum Alliance henniesteyn http://www.orchidboard.com/community/bulbophyllum-alliance/29589-carnivorous-wendlandianum.html masdevallia leaf drop, without signs of rot http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pests-diseases/29588-masdevallia-leaf-drop-without-signs-rot.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 04:34:16 GMT I'm sort of new to growing masdevallia, but I'm trying to find information on why a masd. (Bella Donna) would drop leaves with no visible signs of stem rot. All of the leaves are a healthy green color, but periodically two to three leaves fall....the only thing I can think of that might cause this is heat spiking during the day...

The confusing this is, where the stem of the leave separates from the rest of the plant....it looks like what I would think stems would look like if a tiny animal had chewed on them (wish I had a photo) to separate them. There is no discoloration, and the leaves do not appear to be wilting or under and other sign of stress.

I'm hoping someone else has had this problem, or knows what could be going on. thanks in advance. ]]> pseymer http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pests-diseases/29588-masdevallia-leaf-drop-without-signs-rot.html beginner question...inducing fall bloomers to spike sooner? http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29587-beginner-question-inducing-fall-bloomers-spike-sooner.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 03:17:47 GMT each year i pray that my fall blooming laelias and catts dont bud blast i have to keep them on the windowsill this time of year because I dont... each year i pray that my fall blooming laelias and catts dont bud blast

i have to keep them on the windowsill this time of year because I dont want the nights around 40 degrees to stop the bud from forming

anyone ever try to induce these plants to spike sooner by placing them in the fridge(around 50 degrees) at night at the end of the summer???? they didnt seem to start to spike until after a few cool nights here in Baltimore Md. ]]> Cattleya Alliance beaniebeagle http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29587-beginner-question-inducing-fall-bloomers-spike-sooner.html Can anyone help me? http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29586-can-anyone-help-me.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 02:44:19 GMT This is my first orchid it is a Phalaenopsis, I have had it for about a year. I have something growing on one of my spikes that looks like leaves. I... This is my first orchid it is a Phalaenopsis, I have had it for about a year. I have something growing on one of my spikes that looks like leaves. I have attached the pictures that I took. I am hoping that someone can give me some information regarding what it is and how I handle taking care of it.

Thank you so much!
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]]> Beginner Discussion ReneeCody http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29586-can-anyone-help-me.html software for annotating .pdf files http://www.orchidboard.com/community/off-topic-totally/29585-software-annotating-pdf-files.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 02:29:51 GMT I found this great...free...software for viewing .pdf files.
I have no problem with Adobe but it's drawback is the inability to make changes like adding notes.

This program allows you to do lots of stuff within the document and it can also replace the need for Adobe or can be used as the occasional necessary substitute:

PDF Viewer - Software To Open A PDF File - PDF Editing Software ]]> Off Topic - Totally cb977 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/off-topic-totally/29585-software-annotating-pdf-files.html First Post (Phal seed experimenting) http://www.orchidboard.com/community/introductions-break-ice/29584-first-post-phal-seed-experimenting.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 02:29:38 GMT Hello, I am experimenting , just for fun with phal orchid seeds that I made from my wife's plants. I added them to homemade agar based media with and without banana. The without banana mix was by mistake but still seems to work (at a slower pace).


I have 50 or so bottles (most with banana added ) which i have added seeds from 6 pods. I used plastic coke bottles (750ml) and slightly smaller juice bottles. I also used some mason jars.
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]]> Introductions - Break the Ice ! armrest http://www.orchidboard.com/community/introductions-break-ice/29584-first-post-phal-seed-experimenting.html Open House in Florida! http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchid-show-announcements/29583-open-house-florida.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 02:19:47 GMT Unfortunately, I won't be able to make this one but I thought the other Floridians would be interested :nod:

Ty is usually at the shows which I attend and I almost always come home with something from his gorgeous selections...it just takes a while to walk around that table over and over and over... :coverlaugh:

Anyway, they're having an open house at their location in Sarasota...here's the information. I asked them if our members would be able to print out the flyer and be able to put the coupon to use and the answer was yes :clap:

Have fun and let us see :photo: of all the beauties you pick up :cloud9:
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]]> Orchid Show Announcements cb977 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchid-show-announcements/29583-open-house-florida.html Habenaria distans http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-wild/29582-habenaria-distans.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:39:16 GMT Here's a very rare find a terrestrial aka false water-spider orchid. Known from only 3 county's here in Florida. the area I found this one in was loaded with them but only in 10 square foot area. The second picture you can see many small plants. We also came across of quit a few Oeceoclades maculata aka African spotted orchid, which have become naturalized here and spreading North. The mottling on the leaves remind me of a plant I call Mother In-Laws tonge just much smaller.
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]]> Orchids in the Wild flhiker http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-wild/29582-habenaria-distans.html Help....what do I do? http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29581-help-what-do-i-do.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:28:57 GMT This is my first orchid it is a Phalaenopsis. I have something growing on one of my spikes that looks like leaves. I have attached the pictures that... This is my first orchid it is a Phalaenopsis. I have something growing on one of my spikes that looks like leaves. I have attached the pictures that I took. I am hoping that someone can give me some information.

Thanks!
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]]> Beginner Discussion ReneeCody http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29581-help-what-do-i-do.html Masdevallia herradurae http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pleurothallis-alliance/29580-masdevallia-herradurae.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:34:00 GMT Blooming for me now. Fantastic fragrance in the morning. Soft floral scent but with spicy cinnamon notes! Blooming for me now. Fantastic fragrance in the morning. Soft floral scent but with spicy cinnamon notes!
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]]> Pleurothallis Alliance whygreenberg http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pleurothallis-alliance/29580-masdevallia-herradurae.html CATASETUM BARBATUM (GAYANA) http://www.orchidboard.com/community/catasetum-stanhopea-alliance/29578-catasetum-barbatum-gayana.html Tue, 03 Nov 2009 00:02:43 GMT Hi, one our society member did flowered catsm.barbatum in October 2008,we would like to hear members comments. veekay Hi,
one our society member did flowered catsm.barbatum in October 2008,we would like to hear members comments.
veekay
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]]> Catasetum and Stanhopea Alliance veekay http://www.orchidboard.com/community/catasetum-stanhopea-alliance/29578-catasetum-barbatum-gayana.html Laelia sincorana var. caerulea (and type) http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29576-laelia-sincorana-var-caerulea-type.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:14:06 GMT Gee!! Where's the plant? Did Mauro cut the plant off and left the flower alone on the pot?



Tcharaaam!!!! There it is, the plant, in its full, glorious 3 cm tall!!



As can be seen, some clones of the species can be really dwarf with comparatively gigantic flowers. See below the type flower.

]]> Cattleya Alliance Rosim_in_BR http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29576-laelia-sincorana-var-caerulea-type.html <![CDATA[Ctna Jamaica Gem x C. Pradit Spot 'Black']]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-bloom/29575-ctna-jamaica-gem-x-c-pradit-spot-black.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:08:17 GMT This is a first bloom seedling that is very disappointing but I will keep it until it blooms again to see if it might improve. The flower color is... This is a first bloom seedling that is very disappointing but I will keep it until it blooms again to see if it might improve. The flower color is not bad but the form is terrible. Most of these crosses were coming out round and full with a lot of white in both the lip and petals, according to the grower. Looks like I got one of the bad ones.
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]]> Orchids in Bloom Leisurely http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-bloom/29575-ctna-jamaica-gem-x-c-pradit-spot-black.html sowing medium http://www.orchidboard.com/community/propagation/29574-sowing-medium.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:04:59 GMT I am new to flasking my own stuff and i was woundering after filling the flask with medium how long does the medium in the flask stay good if i... I am new to flasking my own stuff and i was woundering after filling the flask with medium how long does the medium in the flask stay good if i didn't use them all the first time i flask. ]]> Propagation ericst11 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/propagation/29574-sowing-medium.html Laelia purpurata var. estriata-caerulea http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29573-laelia-purpurata-var-estriata-caerulea.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:36:27 GMT These color variety with also blue stripes on the petals were once rare, but now can easily be found. I have two other clones of the same variety, so... These color variety with also blue stripes on the petals were once rare, but now can easily be found. I have two other clones of the same variety, so I'm giving this away tomorrow in our society's meeting.

]]> Cattleya Alliance Rosim_in_BR http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29573-laelia-purpurata-var-estriata-caerulea.html Cattleya mendelii http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29572-cattleya-mendelii.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:26:19 GMT Most of times this beautiful and fragrant Colombian species has petals and sepals white, or almost white with only a light lavender coloration.... Most of times this beautiful and fragrant Colombian species has petals and sepals white, or almost white with only a light lavender coloration. Flowers with darker lavender like the one in the photo are less commonly found, at least here in Brazil.

]]> Cattleya Alliance Rosim_in_BR http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29572-cattleya-mendelii.html <![CDATA["Aa"]]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-wild/29571-aa.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 21:19:40 GMT I was browsing the orchids species website, and I came across this genus. I can't help but wonder what the genus name means (did the taxonomist who named this genus get lazy and stick two A's together to get a name?) :biggrin:

I'm guessing these guys are fly-pollinated? It would be pretty cool to see them in situ. :)

http://www.orchidspecies.com/aapaleacea.htm

http://www.orchidspecies.com/aaargyloepsis.htm

http://www.orchidspecies.com/aacolombiana.htm

http://www.orchidspecies.com/aasp.htm ]]> Orchids in the Wild Angurek http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-wild/29571-aa.html <![CDATA[Cattleya warneri var. albescens 'Santa Teresa']]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29570-cattleya-warneri-var-albescens-santa-teresa.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 20:42:21 GMT Some call this variety concolor, others multiforme and still others albescens, which is, to my perception, the most appropriate. The sepals and... Some call this variety concolor, others multiforme and still others albescens, which is, to my perception, the most appropriate. The sepals and petals are suffused of light pink combined with a white lip, something singular among labiate Cattleyas. In a sense, it is an inverted semi-alba. I have never seen something like this in Cattleya labiata, a close relative, I mean, any clone with light colored petals and sepals and white lips. This variety first appeared in the 40’s as a result of a frustrated trip to Espírito Santo, home of many plants of this species, in search for an alba warneri two orchid collectors, one from Rio Grande do Sul and another from São Paulo took at that time. They were following someone’s lead that a warneri alba had been found in that State. Warneri albas were really rare at that time. According to late Heitor Gloeden, one of our most respected orchid collectors, only one was known to be in domestic cultivation in a private collection in Sao Paulo. In the end, the alba they were after was nothing more than a bifoliate hybrid. Frustrated (we need to remember that it was 1946, traveling was not easy at that time!!), they were ready to get back to their home States when someone mentioned that in another town a warneri alba could be found. There they went again, and again no alba found. But, this time while they were on their way, the driver told them that in Santa Teresa, a small town nearby, an old lady cultivated many of these plants and they should stop there for a look. Tired with the double frustration but having nothing more interesting to do they decided to stop and surprised saw in full bloom, among many tipos, this beautiful variety. Of course they bought it and named it Santa Teresa in honor of the town!
This is this variety story many times told by Heitor Gloeden. I had the pleasure to know Heitor and loved to spend my weekends hearing him at his nursery in the 80’s. He started with orchids while still a child, through his father’s hands, and knew countless orchids and habitats in this continental country. And, above all, he knew many, many stories about orchid discoveries and knew like nobody else how to tell them!

]]> Cattleya Alliance Rosim_in_BR http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29570-cattleya-warneri-var-albescens-santa-teresa.html The suspence is killing me!! http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29569-suspence-killing-me.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:33:09 GMT They need to bloom! now!! D:! i want to bring them to a show on the 7th.... Gastrochilus Acutifolius Image:... They need to bloom! now!! D:! i want to bring them to a show on the 7th....

Gastrochilus Acutifolius



Onc. Twinkle 'Red Fantasy'



Epi Catt. Atrowalker


Pot. Hoku gem "freckles"
]]> Beginner Discussion Keltera http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29569-suspence-killing-me.html Cattleya gaskelliana var. caerulea http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29568-cattleya-gaskelliana-var-caerulea.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:15:09 GMT This is a firt time bloomer, a seedling I acquired two years ago from AWZ orchids in Espirito Santo State. Image:... This is a firt time bloomer, a seedling I acquired two years ago from AWZ orchids in Espirito Santo State.

]]> Cattleya Alliance Rosim_in_BR http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29568-cattleya-gaskelliana-var-caerulea.html Help for repotting a Pat Delight Vanda in full bloom http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29567-help-repotting-pat-delight-vanda-full-bloom.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 17:00:41 GMT Hello my husband just gave me a beautiful Pat Delight Vanda...it's absolutely gorgeous...the only problem is that it is in the ugliest plastic basket and I really really want to put it into something nicer (like a wooden basket) I have read a lot and many people say not to repot it, until I came across a post on this board saying to soak the entire basket it water and then gently remove the roots from the plastic pot.... can I really do this without harming my vanda? If not PLEASE tell me what my options are!!!

thank you so much,

Robi

I have also attached a picture of the plant and a close up of the basket!
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]]> Beginner Discussion Robi http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29567-help-repotting-pat-delight-vanda-full-bloom.html Phals developing pale yellow mottling http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pests-diseases/29566-phals-developing-pale-yellow-mottling.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:45:40 GMT Hello, I am newer to orchids. One of my phals, about 3 yrs old, is developing pale yellow green diffuse spots on part of the leaves. The leaves seem... Hello, I am newer to orchids. One of my phals, about 3 yrs old, is developing pale yellow green diffuse spots on part of the leaves. The leaves seem a bit droppier to me. It is currently flowering. I water once a week w/ distilled water & small amount of orchid food, as I have always done. It is in bark. Any ideas? thank-you! ]]> cdecost http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pests-diseases/29566-phals-developing-pale-yellow-mottling.html Potting questions for Cattleyas http://www.orchidboard.com/community/about-board/29565-potting-questions-cattleyas.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:35:10 GMT My Blc King George 'Serendipity' arrived last week from Waldor orchids. My question is, should I repot it now while it has new growth, or wait until spring time? I grow my orchids in the house in a south window. This one has a curtain to filter the light.

I should probably add that I don't seem ever to get them to re-bloom. I can get lots of sheaths, but nothing ever happens to them. They always turn brown and die away.

Also, is bright light sufficient for them or do they need sun on their leaves? I don't want to burn them. Been there, done that!

I've attached 2 photos of the new orchid and one of my big guy that has needed re-potting for a couple of years. What should I do with this big guy besides re-pot? I usually use bark, but did buy a cattleya mix from re-pot me. I was thinking maybe using half of the mixture and half plain bark. Any and all recommendations are most welcome.

I love this group and probably would have thrown out all of my orchids had it not been for the encouragement and help given on this board.

Thank you everyone.

Shirley in sunny California
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]]> About this board scerdena http://www.orchidboard.com/community/about-board/29565-potting-questions-cattleyas.html <![CDATA[Chilochista's in the Winter]]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/advanced-discussion/29564-chilochistas-winter.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 16:01:32 GMT How much water do they need and how long is winter time where they grow in the wild? How much water do they need and how long is winter time where they grow in the wild? ]]> Advanced Discussion martinvermillion http://www.orchidboard.com/community/advanced-discussion/29564-chilochistas-winter.html Cork mounting??? http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29563-cork-mounting.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:57:34 GMT Does anybody know if cork is a good mounting post for a phal orchid? If not what else should I use. Some sites had raptile cork but I did not know... Does anybody know if cork is a good mounting post for a phal orchid? If not what else should I use. Some sites had raptile cork but I did not know if this was good. Just want to get a little creative with orchid growing. ]]> Beginner Discussion kjp8128 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29563-cork-mounting.html Hello from West Virginia http://www.orchidboard.com/community/introductions-break-ice/29562-hello-west-virginia.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 15:50:07 GMT Hello Everyone,
I have been around for some time but haven't had the time to talk with everybody. My favorite orchids are the leafless species. I have some "ghost" and a few other strange species. Chilochista's are also around but I really like the Dendrophylax species! They are alot of fun to "attempt" to grow and once in a while bloom. I have found sometimes it is as easy as it sounds! I have probably killed as many or more than I have kept alive but have taught myself how to replate and a bunch of other stuff that most people will never even think about in a lifetime. Me as a genuine plant nut think us orchid growers are blessed to learn how the planet really works. Someday I hope pass this to the next generation. Anyway this is what I like how about everyone else?-MartinV. ]]> Introductions - Break the Ice ! martinvermillion http://www.orchidboard.com/community/introductions-break-ice/29562-hello-west-virginia.html Brassavola Nodosa purple leaves http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29561-brassavola-nodosa-purple-leaves.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:56:29 GMT I purchased a Brassavola Nodosa about 4 weeks ago and we have had nothing but rain since then. It is in a south facing window under T12 daylight... I purchased a Brassavola Nodosa about 4 weeks ago and we have had nothing but rain since then. It is in a south facing window under T12 daylight light bulbs about 6" away. We finally have sunshine this week:biggrin: and the leaves are turning purple on the edges and on the back of some of them. I'm thinking that is a good sign that they are getting the light they need (no signs of burning). Just looking for a little reassurance. ]]> Beginner Discussion judyok http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29561-brassavola-nodosa-purple-leaves.html A Salute to All Animal Rescuers! http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pet-depot/29560-salute-all-animal-rescuers.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:34:27 GMT It may not be relevant to this Section of the Forums but I had to write this. I have been looking through some of these threads with interest and... It may not be relevant to this Section of the Forums but I had to write this.

I have been looking through some of these threads with interest and joyous heart. It shows that so many folks do have big hearts and truly care!

Animals have always played a big part in my life and that of my family's. As such I want to Salute all those who decide to take on the responsibility of Animal Rescue Cases. Whether it be one or many!

It is a shame that animals of all shapes and sizes suffer due to the Ignorance of so few. So I wish to Celebrate those that care. As such I wish to share the stories of such people and Animals.

My mother retired just over 8 years ago retired and since then she has dedicated most of her spare time to Fostering and helping animals recover to find good new homes. Every time I speak to her it seems she has a new animal in to take care of. From Degus to Cats, from Rats to Dogs she has seen it all. If she had the space I'm sure she take on larger animals too.

She is supported by the RSPCA for the care of the animals, but she is not paid for her time and does this purely out of the goodness of her own heart. All the support she receives goes directly to the animals. Many of he Inspectors she deals with will also take under their wing the extreme cases that need permanent medical care.

Some of the rescue stories she has come across are not only heartbreaking but also in some cases beg belief. In one year alone she fostered, helped and re-homed over 200 cats and kittens. My old bedroom turned into the special care room with quarantine cages supplied by the local vets and RSPCA. It will warm her heart to see so many animal lovers in one place and to "All of You" that care for your animals and have even taken on a rescue case or more, Thank-you!

When the Credit Crunch it, animal charities here in the UK (and more abroad too I guess) saw an extreme increase in abandoned animals. This is sad as I know for a fact most animal charities are willing to support people in keeping their pets when times are hard.

Recently there was an extremely heartbreaking case of a cat that had been put into a paper shredder. Yes, you did just read that right! The cat survived, barely, and the inspector involved is now having nightmares about the case saying it was the worst she had ever seen and that's saying something. The person who did this is now in custody, a teenager who's parents could not believe they had done this! This is an extremely sad case that has not only left a cat mutilated but a family broken. My heart not only goes out to the Cat and the Inspectors involved but also the Parents who's lives have been turned upside down.

Praise those that Care! Don't turn a blind eye! Records have shown that there is a strong connection between those who start by being cruel to animals eventually translating this cruelty to other humans.

I do not wish to depress people with this post, but rather encourage those with the capability to help to do so (Every little helps) and to those who spend so much of their time helping "Thank you for caring!" ]]> Pet Depot Triffid http://www.orchidboard.com/community/pet-depot/29560-salute-all-animal-rescuers.html Cattleya warneri var. rosada http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29559-cattleya-warneri-var-rosada.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:20:25 GMT Cattleya warneri can be a rewarding species, not only for the strong, wonderful tutti-frutti fragrance, but also for the numerous varieties. This... Cattleya warneri can be a rewarding species, not only for the strong, wonderful tutti-frutti fragrance, but also for the numerous varieties. This variety has very sweet pinkish flowers and is not common to find available for sale. The second photo shows it side by side the type for a better evaluation of the color hue.

]]> Cattleya Alliance Rosim_in_BR http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29559-cattleya-warneri-var-rosada.html Hello from Thailand http://www.orchidboard.com/community/introductions-break-ice/29558-hello-thailand.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:17:08 GMT Hi, all. I'm a retired U.S. Army NCO, living in Nakhorn Sawan province in Thailand (about 150 miles north of Bangkok). I tried my hand at growing orchids many years ago but had to give it up when I moved to Bangkok.

Back in August a niece-by-marriage gave me a nice plant which I've identified as a Dendrobium, with very attractive yellow-green and purple flowers. Then a couple of other relatives gave me plants, including a couple of Vandas, and my wife picked up a gorgeous Cattleya, with a white and purple flower; I suspect it's a hybrid, but clearly related to the Cattleya family. Now yesterday a nephew-by marriage brought half a dozen more plants from Phitsanulok province, and I decided to look for an orchid board I could turn to for help.

The new plants seem to have been collected from the wild. A couple of them are still attached to tree branches, including one sympodial with about a dozen pseudo-bulbs that I hope to be able to divide and pot. There's another plant, obviously of the same species but with smaller bulbs, which is in a basket along with a small monopodial that I think is a Vanda. Getting them off the branch is going to be a challenge -- the roots are solidly anchored and completely cover the branch, which is about an inch nd a half in diameter and also covered with mold. The others are monopodials; I think vandas, but about four of them are *very* young and two are extremely "leggy" -- they have a stalk over a foot long that all leaves have fallen from. One of those has put out a couple of new aerial roots, but the roots are about a foot away from the leaves.

I'm hoping with care those "leggy" monopodials will put out aerial roots from nodes closer to the existing leaves so I can top them. I'm told they have gorgeous flowers, but I can't see how they could have bloomed recently.

Having some trouble getting my camera to connect to my computer today, so can't yet upload pictures, but I'll be asking for help identifying them when I've got that fixed.:) ]]> Introductions - Break the Ice ! Acharn http://www.orchidboard.com/community/introductions-break-ice/29558-hello-thailand.html <![CDATA[Bc Chesty Puller 'Tucan']]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29557-bc-chesty-puller-tucan.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 07:39:10 GMT The parents of this cross are Bc Deese x C Empress Bells. This flower is almost pure white, with a little yellow in the throat. When bloomed warmer & brighter, the flower has a very slight pinkish blush, including the lip. Apparently the clonal name 'Tucan' is derived from a place in the South Pacific and has nothing to do with the colorful exotic bird.
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]]> Cattleya Alliance catwalker808 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29557-bc-chesty-puller-tucan.html Lc Liptonii x Blc Mem Warren Jones - WOW! http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29556-lc-liptonii-x-blc-mem-warren-jones-wow.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 07:29:48 GMT This flower is from an original plant of the hybrid Lc Liptonii x Blc Mem Warren Jones. The shape is perfectly round, the petals & sepals are crystalline white & the light pink lip is gorgeous. Flowers are about 6-1/2".

Lc Liptonii seems to be an excellent parent for shape and clarity of color, not just for this hybrid but for a number of others.
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]]> Cattleya Alliance catwalker808 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29556-lc-liptonii-x-blc-mem-warren-jones-wow.html <![CDATA[Lycaste Imschootiana 'Ray' CCM/AOS]]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/maxillaria-alliance/29555-lycaste-imschootiana-ray-ccm-american-orchid-society.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 05:24:08 GMT Hi all,

This primary hybrid started opening its buds about a week ago...sort of late, but I'm not complaining. ;) Only two flowers open so far, but there are 24 total. I'll post another pic when they're all open...enjoy!

]]> Maxillaria Alliance 2ljd http://www.orchidboard.com/community/maxillaria-alliance/29555-lycaste-imschootiana-ray-ccm-american-orchid-society.html A couple of Dends in bloom http://www.orchidboard.com/community/dendrobium-alliance/29554-couple-dends-bloom.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 03:33:26 GMT This first Dend. is made up of 2 small canes and is finally giving me her blooms. It used to be huge (picture #3) until a rain storm blew it off the... This first Dend. is made up of 2 small canes and is finally giving me her blooms. It used to be huge (picture #3) until a rain storm blew it off the top shelf, one night 2 years ago. (I now have everything strapped down with bungee cords!) I lost half the plant that day and after the re-pot, scale appeared and took most of the salvaged, remaining plant. I put it outside, forgot about it until recently and this is what's left. Doubtful that I'll ever get it back to where it once was but, I'm grateful for what's left.:biggrin:

And the lavender blooms are faithfully beginning once again.

Thanks for looking!
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]]> Dendrobium Alliance Sandy4453 http://www.orchidboard.com/community/dendrobium-alliance/29554-couple-dends-bloom.html Vandas Under Florescent Lights http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29553-vandas-under-florescent-lights.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 03:01:07 GMT I grow a few vandas outside during the summer. I have now brought them indoors for the winter and put them under florescent lights. I recently... I grow a few vandas outside during the summer. I have now brought them indoors for the winter and put them under florescent lights.

I recently read in an orchid guide book that "vandas do not do well under florescent lighting". I have two questions: Why don't vandas do well under florescent lights and if this is the case, would I do better putting them in a bright, lighted window for the winter? Thanks.. ]]> Beginner Discussion Captainjohn http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29553-vandas-under-florescent-lights.html Laelia purpurata var. alba http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29552-laelia-purpurata-var-alba.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 02:55:42 GMT It finally is purpurata time! Purpurata alba normally is one of the first to bloom. I grow three different alba of this species and the one in the... It finally is purpurata time! Purpurata alba normally is one of the first to bloom. I grow three different alba of this species and the one in the photo is a small piece I didn't expect to flower this year, but here it is!! Wonderful fragrance!

]]> Cattleya Alliance Rosim_in_BR http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29552-laelia-purpurata-var-alba.html Cattleya Brymeriana http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29551-cattleya-brymeriana.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 02:47:02 GMT This is a primary hybrid between Cattleya violacea and Cattleya eldorado. The bifoliate plant is intermediate in size (20cm) and the flower is large... This is a primary hybrid between Cattleya violacea and Cattleya eldorado. The bifoliate plant is intermediate in size (20cm) and the flower is large and wonderfully fragrant. This hybrid was found in the wild a number of times.

]]> Cattleya Alliance Rosim_in_BR http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29551-cattleya-brymeriana.html <![CDATA[Album confusion - can't see all my albums]]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/news-updates-feedback/29550-album-confusion-cant-see-all-my-albums.html Mon, 02 Nov 2009 02:01:05 GMT Am I doing something wrong?

When I go to the User CP from the control bar near the top of the page, and click on Pictures & Albums, I can see just one album called "My orchids" with two photos. YET, when I go to my first post in the forums (Introductions - Break the Ice ! : About how I got started with orchids. 1st post.) and click on the camera icon, I can see two other albums, "Miscellanious" and "Jan-Feb 2007 Blooms" but not "My orchids".

What have I broken?? OR am I doing wrong??

I wanted to add a photo to "My orchids" album. But if it doesn't show when someone clicks on the camera icon how do other members find it? Why don't all three albums show up either path?

Also, from the User CP, I only see albums, not the pictures I have uploaded. Yet the selection choice says, "Pictures & Albums". There seems to be a discontinuity in the boards code regarding these two actions which should produce the same result - unless I am totally missing the boat.

Thanks for your attention to my troubles. ]]> LarryAJ http://www.orchidboard.com/community/news-updates-feedback/29550-album-confusion-cant-see-all-my-albums.html Mini Catts. Supplier http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29549-mini-catts-supplier.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:11:19 GMT Who is a reliable supplier that handles mini catts.? Who is a reliable supplier that handles mini catts.? ]]> Cattleya Alliance Gareth http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29549-mini-catts-supplier.html Laelia purpurata http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29548-laelia-purpurata.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:04:16 GMT I was lucky to find this purpurata in bloom, among hundreds of common plants! Yesterday I went to a comercial nursery, intending to find a gift for... I was lucky to find this purpurata in bloom, among hundreds of common plants! Yesterday I went to a comercial nursery, intending to find a gift for my mother-in-law (birthday today), and I find this LP!
It is a cross made by Geraldo Patto, a very skilled purputata grower!
The tag says:"TS 145: Lp russeliana (Pe Vitus x Canhanduba) x Lp alba 'João Elias'
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]]> Cattleya Alliance Frdemetr http://www.orchidboard.com/community/cattleya-alliance/29548-laelia-purpurata.html Orchids sitting on moist sphag? Good idea? http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29547-orchids-sitting-moist-sphag-good-idea.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 23:04:08 GMT I recently bought a Brassia, Zygo and Massi. They all seem to dry out within a day or two. They are in what looks like bark, perlite and charcoal. I... I recently bought a Brassia, Zygo and Massi. They all seem to dry out within a day or two. They are in what looks like bark, perlite and charcoal. I hate to transplant since they are all in bloom. Would it be a mistake to sit their pots on a bed of damp sphag to help them retain moisture for longer than a day or two? I made some sphag moist and put it between the plastic pots and decorative pots they sit in. I would love to get them on a 7-10 days watering schedule with my catts and phals. Any info appreciated. ]]> Beginner Discussion Maree http://www.orchidboard.com/community/beginner-discussion/29547-orchids-sitting-moist-sphag-good-idea.html Pleurothallis alenii http://www.orchidboard.com/community/miniatures-show-tell/29546-pleurothallis-alenii.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 22:04:08 GMT I bought this mini in June from the bargain table at J&L. The bud developed quickly and opened today. It's a very tiny, sweet flower.
Enjoy,


]]> mollyminiveg http://www.orchidboard.com/community/miniatures-show-tell/29546-pleurothallis-alenii.html <![CDATA[C. Chocolate Drop 'Volcano Queen']]> http://www.orchidboard.com/community/orchids-bloom/29545-c-chocolate-drop-volcano-queen.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 21:12:01 GMT I have been patiently waiting for this first bloom seedling to do something. NOT!! :tapfoot: I bought it 2 years ago in a 1 1/2 inch pot on the Big... I have been patiently waiting for this first bloom seedling to do something. NOT!! :tapfoot: I bought it 2 years ago in a 1 1/2 inch pot on the Big Island. I think it did very well for a first bloom. There are 4 flowers on a single spike. It is very fragrant but I'm not picking up anything that remotely smells like chocolate.

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