Arne's Orchid Corner

Together with my husband, Arne, I am writing about our orchid collection that is constantly expanding. Orchids are his favourite and coming from Malaysia, this was one of the many things about him that surprises me. I found it interesting how he cultured orchids up in Sweden. Of course with all the modern technology and pure dedication, I've come to realize that this is indeed possible! These orchids are beautiful and I definitely want others to share in their beauty.

Sunday, August 2, 2020

Orchid of the day: Paphiopedilum niveum

Paphiopedilum niveum

Arne bought this orchid on January 21st, 2017, the same day as the Women’s March in Washington DC (and all around the world). Paphiopedilum niveum belongs to a group of warm growing Paphiopedilum species with large white or pale yellow flowers from South-east Asia. This particular Paph. niveum comes from the Northwest region of the Malaysian Peninsular, right at the border of Thailand. Because it is warm loving, Arne purchased a heat mat and placed this orchid on top of it. This orchid has well-shaped flower that are almost snow-white (niveum) and it has attractive mottled foliage.