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The classic Cymbidium.
Amber Brown is a perfect blend of yellow, orange and burgundy cymbidium orchid. Striking by color, my friends are amazed at what unique beauty this orchid holds. It make a great gift for a home or office.
Cymbidium Orchids have 8 to 11 blooms per stem.
PS. Cymbidium Charlie Brown?
Personal note:
This wild rose cactus belonged to my maternal grandmother. I inherited it. It is a plant found on the tops of branches or trunks of trees in Serra dos Órgãos and Serra do Mar, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This is the original and without the creative hand of the Dutch.
We counted the age of this plant from the date of 1994, that is, 27 years old, but this cactus had been with us for a long time.
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It is called May Flower in my region.
Schlumbergera truncata, the false Christmas cactus, is a species of plant in the Cactaceae family. It is endemic to a small area of the coastal mountains of south-eastern Brazil where its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist forests. It is the parent or one of the parents of the houseplants called Christmas cactus or Thanksgiving cactus, among other names.
There are six to eight tepals, which may be of various colours, including shades of red, orange, pink and white.
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Harold is still alive and well...
he must be at least 20+ years old. My daughter wanted him when she was young, he was a tiny plant in a one inch pot... he's grown and spread out... all with TLC from me!!
A few days ago I referred to my Orchid in a post about “Looking for Sunshine”. It was just about to bloom. Well, I am thoroughly enjoying the blooms this week. Every year it graces our home with a cascade of blooms that last right until March! This past summer I had to repot it because the roots were sticking up out of the pot everywhere. I was nervous about doing it since I knew they were very particular about their habitat. However, the plant is thriving so well. It gives me hope for new beginnings in the coming year.
This mesmerizing orchid hybrid, the Paphiopedilum Green Complex, is a true masterpiece of nature and selective breeding. Its lush, waxy petals glow in deep, velvety shades of emerald and lime, often streaked with darker veining that adds dramatic contrast. The slipper-shaped pouch, a signature of the Paphiopedilum genus, curls elegantly, resembling an exotic, otherworldly bloom.
The broad, mottled leaves provide a striking backdrop, their rich green hues speckled with lighter patterns, enhancing the orchid’s wild, untamed beauty. Each flower is a living jewel—bold, mysterious, and impossibly elegant.
Perfect for collectors and orchid enthusiasts, the Paphiopedilum Green Complex isn’t just a plant—it’s a statement piece, radiating sophistication and natural artistry. Whether displayed in a greenhouse or as a focal point in indoor décor, this orchid commands attention with its alluring, almost hypnotic presence.
A true botanical treasure—rare, refined, and utterly captivating. 🌿✨
Christmas Cactus 2..
the Christmas cactus which was in full bloom in December is now dormant and all the lovely red crimson flowers have long fallen, even so the lush green cactus leaf is still interesting to look at but the hopeful expectation that another bloom will happen keeps us checking in once in a while. to see if there are any new blooms.
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Earlier in the year I gave a number of spare courgette plants to a friend who gave me a young African violet plant in exchange that looked like a jewel in its tiny pot. Now it has grown into this splendid plant.
I am very excited to be back on flickr with you all and seeing your wonderful photos.
this plant has to be close to 20+ years old... it was my mom's who had it for years and when she passed in 2003, I took it.... I talk to her every day and she always has flowers....
She multiplied in the pot and there are now three plants that are sharing the pot.
This is a tiny flower from a cane begonia. The cane begonia is a houseplant that grows really well for me. I was given one over forty years ago. All the begonias I have in the house (many) are descended from this one plant. The begonias shoot upwards. When they reach the ceiling or are too “leggy”, I cut them back and grow on the cuttings. This particular plant is very “leggy”, but has flowered non-stop. There are sprays of tiny flowers. So I’ve left it for now. Taken with the Apple iPhone and processed with Snapseed. The background is an envelope.
Project 365, 2022 Edition: Day 63/365
100s, 2022 Edition: 32/100
From the parlour palm, Chamaedorea elegans, in my office window. They're only the size of the heads of dressmaker's pins, but any sign of creativity from the houseplants is welcome especially in late winter. I've never seen these before.
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