Tauranga Orchid Society

Tauranga Orchid Society Welcome to our Orchid Enthusiasts page! ๐ŸŒธ Dedicated to orchid interest and education, we share tips and experiences. Enjoy and happy growing! ๐ŸŒฟ

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21/06/2026

๐ŸŒโœจ ORCHID ORIGINS โœจ๐ŸŒ
Post 4A โ€” Clue
This orchid comes from montane Asia, where days are bright and nights are cold.
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๐ŸŒธโœจ Orchid Care Sheets: Thrive, Not Just Survive โœจ๐ŸŒธCattlianthe OrchidBring bold, dazzling blooms into your orchid collect...
20/06/2026

๐ŸŒธโœจ Orchid Care Sheets: Thrive, Not Just Survive โœจ๐ŸŒธ
Cattlianthe Orchid
Bring bold, dazzling blooms into your orchid collection! ๐ŸŒธ Cattlianthe Orchid Care Guide ๐ŸŒธ
Cattlianthe orchids are prized for their vibrant colours, large flowers, and long-lasting displays. Discover how to grow these stunning orchids with confidence and ease.

18/06/2026

๐ŸŒโœจ ORCHID ORIGINS โœจ๐ŸŒ
Post 3B โ€” Reveal
Answer: Dendrobium
Identifier:
โ€ข Thick, waxy leaves = sun exposed species
โ€ข Thin, delicate leaves = cool, moist forest species
Growing insight: Match care to leaf type โ€” bright/dry for thick leaves, cooler/moister for thin leaves.
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14/06/2026

๐ŸŒโœจ ORCHID ORIGINS โœจ๐ŸŒ
Post 3A โ€” Clue
This orchid spans Australia, Papua, and Southeast Asia, from rainforests to dry woodlands.
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๐ŸŒธโœจ Orchid Care Sheets: Thrive, Not Just Survive โœจ๐ŸŒธSarcochilus OrchidBrighten your collection with the cheerful Sarcochil...
13/06/2026

๐ŸŒธโœจ Orchid Care Sheets: Thrive, Not Just Survive โœจ๐ŸŒธ
Sarcochilus Orchid
Brighten your collection with the cheerful Sarcochilus! ๐ŸŒธ Sarcochilus Orchid Care Guide ๐ŸŒธ
Sarcochilus orchids are small, easy-to-grow orchids with bright, cheerful blooms. Learn how to keep these little beauties thriving.

04/06/2026

๐ŸŒโœจ ORCHID ORIGINS โœจ๐ŸŒ

Post 2B โ€” Reveal

Answer: Cattleya

Identifier: Thick pseudobulbs and leathery leaves indicate high light and drying cycles.

Growing insight: Give them bright light, airflow, and let them dry between waterings.

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31/05/2026

๐ŸŒโœจ ORCHID ORIGINS โœจ๐ŸŒ

Post 2A โ€” Clue

This orchid evolved in bright, airy South American forests, often on exposed branches.

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๐ŸŒธโœจ Orchid Care Sheets: Thrive, Not Just Survive โœจ๐ŸŒธLaeliocattleya OrchidEnjoy the best of both worlds with Laeliocattleya...
30/05/2026

๐ŸŒธโœจ Orchid Care Sheets: Thrive, Not Just Survive โœจ๐ŸŒธ
Laeliocattleya Orchid
Enjoy the best of both worlds with Laeliocattleya orchids! ๐ŸŒธ Laeliocattleya Orchid Care Guide ๐ŸŒธ
A hybrid of Laelia and Cattleya, Laeliocattleya orchids boast stunning, large blooms. Discover how to grow this showy hybrid in your home.

28/05/2026

๐ŸŒโœจ ORCHID ORIGINS โœจ๐ŸŒ

Post 1B โ€” Reveal

Answer: Phalaenopsis

Identifier: Broad, soft, fleshy leaves show adaptation to shaded, humid forest understories.

Growing insight: Warm temperatures, lowโ€“medium light, and steady moisture mimic its rainforest home.

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24/05/2026

๐ŸŒโœจ ORCHID ORIGINS โœจ๐ŸŒ

Post 1A โ€” Clue

This orchid originated in humid lowland rainforests of Southeast Asia, often growing on tree trunks near streams.

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