Shiny and sticky orchid leaves and stems is a sign of honeydew, a substance secreted by sucking insects like whiteflies, scale, and aphids. Many of these insects are tiny and can be hard to spot ...

As many as 10,000 species of dainty orchids in the floral world also utilize deception in order to be get pollinated: Over time, they have evolved elaborate ruses to lure insects. Generally we ...

Markus Ehrlich bought his first orchid more than 30 years ago because the flowers fascinated him. Now, he takes care of ...

Some flowers go to extraordinary lengths to attract pollinators. Bee orchids mimic the shape and scent of bees in order to lure them into ‘pseudocopulation’, where the male insect attempts to mate ...

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 ...

26 that they were given nine orchid mantis oothecas, or egg casings, confiscated by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. These insects, native to the tropical rainforests of southeast Asia ...