For example, the Australian hammer orchid has taken advantage of a mating ritual of the Thynnid wasp, which involves a female wasp waiting on top of a branch or plant for a male to spot her.

By Carolyn Cowan Orchids, known for their flamboyant petals, deceptive mimicry and fascinating lifestyles, have captivated biologists and horticulturists for centuries. With nearly 30,000 described ...

Unlike other plants, orchid roots don't branch out in traditional ways. They also aren't brown. Healthy orchid roots are a light green color (sometimes nearly white) and firm to the touch; they tend ...

Monopodial orchids grow on a single stem that grows straight up and does not branch out. These orchids grow flower spikes, leaves, and aerial roots from a single growth point on that stem.