Oncidiums have gone through major changes. This file shows the former name of each genus and/or species along with the new name. It is an excellent guide showing all of the current names.
Submitted by J. Dyer.
This file is a comprehensive list of Intergeneric Orchid names and shows the full name, along with the abbreviation and the Genera included in each Genus. Ever wonder about those initals shown on your tags for the Genus name? Here is a reference to look up what the abbreviation is for.
Submitted by J. Dyer
Want to learn more about Paphiopedilums? This in-depth article includes a comprehensive chart that provides accurate growing advice for each species. The chart also defines the Subgenus for each species. It is very accurate and well written by Bob & Lynn Wellenstein of AnTec Laboratory.
If you want to grow Paphs. to perfection, this article will promise results.
Submitted by J. Dyer
Guarianthe is a new Genera name which now includes species that were formerly under Cattleya. The following species have now been moved to Guarianthe:
Former Name: ..................... New Name:
Cattleya aurantiaca.................. Guarianthe aurantiaca
Cattleya bowringiana ............... Guarianthe bowringiana
Cattleya deckeri ...................... Guarianthe deckeri
Cattleya x guatemalensis ..........Guarianthe x guatemalensis
Cattleya patinii ......................... Guarianthe patinii
Cattleya skinneri .......................Guarianthe skinneri
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