Rhyncholaelia digbyana (formerly known as Brassavola digbyana) is found in the southeastern Mexican states of Yucatan and Quintana Roo, with distribution extending through the Caribbean-facing lowlands of Belize into Honduras from 10 to 1,000 meters (33 to 3,281 feet). They grow on stunted trees in hot, humid lowlands near sea level. Often found in large colonies, it blooms in summer with large, fragrant flowers. This species does best mounted on wood or tree fern, given plenty of bright light and ample water while growing, and a lessening after the bulbs have matured. This plant, “Quinnelly’s Joy’ has both an AM and CCE awarded by the American Orchid Society. Photographer: Wes Newton Grower: Patti Quinnelly Info: Charles Baker culture sheet www.orchidculture.com and Internet Orchid Species Photo Encyclopedia www.orchidspecies.com

Masdevallia ova-avis is endemic to Ecuador, where plants grow on the western slopes in northwest Ecuador at 2.000 meters (6,500 feet) in dense cloud forests and on steep road embankments. It is a medium- to large-sized epiphyte or terrestrial that blooms with flowers that have a spicy perfume. It blooms in winter, spring, and summer. Water and fertilizer should be reduced somewhat in the winter but never allow them to dry out completely. Photographer: Eric Hunt https://www.flickr.com/search/?user_id=39312862%40N00&safe_search=3&view_all=1&text= Grower: Hanging Gardens Info: Charles Baker culture sheet www.orchidculture.com