06/06/2026
Vanda sanderiana, alba ๐
This show-stopping bloomer of pastel green on white is a perfect example of rarity in the orchid world ๐ฟ While it may be a novelty for us to find naturally green orchid flowers beyond the Phalaenopsis genus, this Vanda species (CITES Appendix II) famously checks the box, known for both its unique color pairing, and widespread foliage ๐ชด
Endemic to the Philippines, the Vanda sanderiana has long been treasured by its home and the people within it, its pink counterpart having been named the national orchid of the Philippines (Waling-Waling) ๐บ
Several Vanda hybrids can be found with the influence of Vanda sanderiana in its pedigree, adopting either its two-tone colorations or eagle-like plant shape. But this alba version of the species stays true to its features, making it a must-have for collectors of all orchids ๐ต๐ญ