How do you spread your genes around when you're stuck in one place? By tricking animals, including us, into falling in love. 25 min read This story appears in the September 2009 issue of National ...

The Smithsonian Gardens Orchid Collection has over 8,000 specimens from all over the world. It is an invaluable resource for educational programs, exhibitions, and scientific research. Explore a ...

Papua New Guinea is home to thousands of species — many still waiting to be discovered.

Orchids, known for their flamboyant petals, deceptive mimicry and fascinating lifestyles, have captivated biologists and ...

The fungus provides the essential nutrients needed for seeds to successfully germinate. Some orchid species don’t photosynthesise at all and are essentially parasites on fungi. They’re not all small ...

To prevent legginess in a jewel orchid, make sure it stays moist all the time. If the plant dries out, the bottom leaves ...

“It’s a big honor to grow the most outstanding orchid in the country,” he said. “I was super happy to win the all-star award.” Based in Hawaiian Acres, Seelis owns Shogun Hawaii — a 6 ...

Orchids and Halloween seem to be unlikely companions ... and Dick Myers in memory of Doris’ brother, Donald Wymore. All 250 yellow daffodils will honor his life next spring.