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Forum: Cypripedium Alliance - Paphiopedilum 10-03-2018, 01:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,000
Posted By Manu
I have a paph spicerianum that is not supposed to...

I have a paph spicerianum that is not supposed to be fragrant based on what I've read, but mine has a pleasant fragrance when you stick your nose close enough. I describe it like a fresh cigar...
Forum: Cypripedium Alliance - Paphiopedilum 10-03-2018, 11:56 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,753
Posted By Manu
Paph bellatulum - 3 flowers on one spike

Hey hey,

Haven't been on OB for a while, lacking time!

I have this Paph bellatulum which has been growing a spike for the past few weeks. I was super surprised a few weeks ago when I saw a...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-27-2018, 07:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,174
Posted By Manu
Thanks for the very informative comments Philip. ...

Thanks for the very informative comments Philip.

Let's see if a chemists falls on this and comments further.

From my non-chemist perspective, I'll just blame the SuperThrive lol
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-27-2018, 06:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,174
Posted By Manu
Philip, you seem to be very doubtful SuperThrive...

Philip, you seem to be very doubtful SuperThrive is the culprit? It seems like anything related to it is anecdotal to you.

Based on Ray's experience where he voluntary administered Auxins and it...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-27-2018, 05:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,174
Posted By Manu
Thanks Ray, I'll definitely get my hands on some,...

Thanks Ray, I'll definitely get my hands on some, didn't know it was available from Canada..

And thanks for sharing your OD experience with Auxins, I'm pretty convinced this is not a genetic...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-27-2018, 08:45 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,174
Posted By Manu
Great, thanks Ray!

Great, thanks Ray!
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-27-2018, 06:47 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,174
Posted By Manu
Added SuperThrive label for your reference

Added SuperThrive label for your reference
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-27-2018, 06:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,174
Posted By Manu
Based on the bottle, SuperThrive now includes...

Based on the bottle, SuperThrive now includes Kelp (doesn't say how much). I normally used KLN but that isn't available in Canada anymore! I only administer these products after a mount or repot......
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-26-2018, 01:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,174
Posted By Manu
Theres plenty of research and information...

Theres plenty of research and information regarding kelp and other hormones and their ability to generate root growth....

I don't use it regularly, but do use it after I mount or repot and have...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-26-2018, 12:12 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,174
Posted By Manu
The lindenii I've been growing for years......

The lindenii I've been growing for years... Bloomed countless times and I've never seen this!

Could SuperThrive cause this? I think it might of gotten some inadvertently when I was spraying...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-26-2018, 11:12 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,174
Posted By Manu
Phal column sticking out of forming buds.

Anyone has an explanation for this...

https://s33.postimg.cc/rqa4429sf/20180526_093220.jpg

My Phal lindenii has one of its forming buds with the column sticking out... Seems like the column got...
Forum: Beginner Discussion 05-26-2018, 10:46 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,536
Posted By Manu
If ever Ching Hua Orchids (Taiwan) goes to shows...

If ever Ching Hua Orchids (Taiwan) goes to shows near you, they have Onc Twinkles (a few variety) and they go for 3$ USD.. I ordered a dozen for gifts this spring and in the fall... Denis always...
Forum: Orchids in Bloom 04-11-2018, 01:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,325
Posted By Manu
I think it has something to do with your...

I think it has something to do with your browser...
Forum: Species 04-11-2018, 12:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,257
Posted By Manu
It's probably just the spikes branching out.. but...

It's probably just the spikes branching out.. but I've never seen it look like that. Especially the second photo..
Forum: Species 04-11-2018, 12:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,257
Posted By Manu
That's weird, I see them... Attached below.

That's weird, I see them... Attached below.
Forum: Orchids in Bloom 04-11-2018, 08:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,325
Posted By Manu
I water all the orchids from that setup with a...

I water all the orchids from that setup with a good old spray bottle over a glass coffee table and wipe it dry with a towel. It takes me about 15 minutes if I dont start day dreaming and...
Forum: Species 04-10-2018, 08:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,257
Posted By Manu
Yes I know the first pic is the spike starting to...

Yes I know the first pic is the spike starting to produce buds, the odd growth I'm refering to is the thin elongated part under.. It's very common for Phal equestris to keiki at the spike tips when...
Forum: Orchids in Bloom 04-10-2018, 12:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,325
Posted By Manu
Thanks Camille It's under lights "out it...

Thanks Camille

It's under lights "out it the open". But I manage to maintain a decent humidity level at plant level since there are so many closely grouped against a wall with patches of moss...
Forum: Orchids in Bloom 04-09-2018, 10:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,325
Posted By Manu
It has a slight fragrance. I remember it being a...

It has a slight fragrance. I remember it being a bit stronger, I need to try and take a sniff at night...

I grow it about 6 inches from the lights. Same distance that I give Catasetinaes,...
Forum: Orchids in Bloom 04-09-2018, 10:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,325
Posted By Manu
Amesiella monticola

I've been growing this Amesiella for about 18 months now, this is it's second time blooming. I relocated it a few times as it never seemed happy. Since I got him in higher light in the late summer...
Forum: Species 04-09-2018, 08:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,257
Posted By Manu
Unusual growth on Phal equestris spikes

Anyone ever had spikes look like these? If so, what did these skinny growths become? I guess I'll know soon enough as they are growing quickly, but was curious to know if anyone else has seen this...
Forum: Orchids in Bloom 03-29-2018, 10:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,427
Posted By Manu
I think Phals like you Camille! Love your photos...

I think Phals like you Camille! Love your photos (and plants)

Emmanuel

---------- Post added at 10:17 PM ---------- Previous post was at 10:08 PM ----------

Oh and i think your...
Forum: Orchids in Bloom 03-29-2018, 10:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,994
Posted By Manu
Phal speciosa f. imperatrix purple

First time blooming of this speciosa seedling I got in October 2017. I haven't seen this variation often. I really like it's color but I think the pictures don't do it justice, my cell camera always...
Forum: Cypripedium Alliance - Paphiopedilum 03-15-2018, 11:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,722
Posted By Manu
Hey everyone, had a follow up question. The...

Hey everyone, had a follow up question.

The first spike produced 2 flowers. The second flower opened 10 days after the first.

It has 3 more spikes growing and a bunch of other shoots maturing....
Forum: Species 02-23-2018, 10:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,903
Posted By Manu
3 long months later... 2 spikes, one open flower...

3 long months later... 2 spikes, one open flower and more to come! It's got a nice added bonus, I can detect fragrance already, the flower just opened overnight.
...
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