[OGD] Orchid citation
While writing a brief article on Caularthron bicornutum recently for our Orchid Society Bulletin I noticed that there is disagreement among the authorities on the appropriate citation for this species. Some quote it as C. bicornutum (Hook) Rafinesque, while others use C. bicornutum (Hook) R.E. Schultes. As Rafinesque is credited with establishing the Caularthron genus and moving Epidendrum bicornutum as described by Sir William Hooker into the new genus, I was wondering what subsequent taxonomic revisions were made by Richard Schultes that justified the amended citation. My limited reference sources do not mention any such change. Can anyone spread some light on this matter? Des Pike Darwin, Northern Territory ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Re: Orchids Digest, Vol 6, Issue 324
Andy, in Vol. 6, Issue 319, of the OGD you say b What AOS needs right now is strong and prudent financial management combined with an optimistic vision of the future. That is what it is getting b&.b from Messrs. Brown and Griesbach, the past two presidents. But what is their leadership legacy? A badly wounded AOS. Whatever happened to the rosy promises of the great services to be provided to the membership after the new headquarters were operating? Are we better served now than we were in the past? They have not given the membership any report on the financial situation of the society and the problems it faces or any concrete plan for addressing the problems. Instead, the attitude of our leaders seems to be b just send us money but donbt ask us to reveal the extent of our need or what we are doing with what we get.b Does that attitude inspire confidence in management or much of a desire to help? No wonder the dismal record of the fund-raising efforts. Letbs look at what we hear from the grapevine. On the watch of Brown and Griesbach, the financial situation of the AOS has deteriorated greatly. Donbt blame it on the economy; the problems are structural. Two main sources of revenues, advertising in Orchids and sales of books, are beset by heavy competition from the internet. The internet also is a rapidly growing free alternative source of all sorts of information about orchids. Investment income has fallen sharply in line with the dramatic reduction in the investment portfolio from its level a few years ago. Net income from Emporium sales and from the use of the AOS site as a tourist attraction and as a venue for special events would appear to offer little ground for optimism. Membership numbers have been on a downward trend (the recent small reversal probably is no more than a brief blip due to transitory factors). The increases in membership dues should produce some net gain in income but at the cost of some yet-to-be-determined loss of membership. Shrinking the membership is hardly a remedy for an organization whose purpose is to spread the word about the joys from orchids, their culture and conservation. Awards fees have been increased, but that discourages wider use of the judging system. Expenses have been cut to the bone, but at the expense of cutbacks in services and pursuit of important missions. b Less is more b seems to be the motto of our leadership. The headquarters facility is expensive to operate and maintain and, being of a specialized design, is not very saleable. If an unprofitable business corporation provided its shareholders with as little information as the AOS has provided, and especially if a credible plan for action was not forthcoming, rumors would be rife, the price of the companybs stock would plummet, shareholders would rebel, and the SEC would be launching an investigation of the corporationbs books and management. And yet, Andy, in a comparable situation, you ask us to be patient and trusting. On top of all this, does the slate of nominees for the top offices of the AOS inspire confidence? To take the worst example, letbs look at the bio of the nominee for Executive Vice President. Does the b tough copb image that many have of him inspire confidence that he will be a consensus builder? And his occupational record seems to be limited to having served on the Los Angeles police force at a below-captain rank. The impression is widespread that he hijacked the Nominating Committee and got himself nominated to the second highest position in the organization. Yet Carlos Fighetti, whose background combines considerable management and organizational experience with an exceptional knowledge of orchids and contacts in orchid communities worldwide, was not nominated for executive vice president, contrary to every expectation. It is true that Fighetti stated that, if Bronstein was not to be advanced to the presidency, he would not be willing to leapfrog the executive vice presidency into the presidency at Howardbs expense. He astutely appreciated that, as a president so nominated, it would be politically impossible for him to provide the leadership needed. He never stated that he would not accept the executive vice presidency if it should be offered to him. But it was not b it was given to Rassmann. The entire nominating process this year exacerbated already extensive disillusionment with the AOS. And yet, Andy, you say we should just trust the wisdom and optimistic vision of the two leaders you mentioned. Tell us why, Andy. There are two sides to every story. Letbs hear yours as to why there is a credible basis for optimism that the AOS under the new president and executive vice president, whose election is a foregone conclusion under the existing proxy rules, will recover and better serve its members. Maybe things would be no better under Bronstein and Fighetti, but some suspect that they have been sacrificed to draw attention away from the lack of presidential
Re: [OGD] Nutrient Levels
Thanks, Martin >My impression is that plants in the wild grow much more slowly than those >in cultivation. When you see a large plant in the wild it may have taken >10 or 15 years to get to that size. > >As far as the length of roots go, putting a plant in a pot limits what the >roots can do. As the plant (and the pot) get bigger the roots (especially >in the center part of the plant) can stay wet longer and get less >oxygen. When Cattleyas get to specimen size they do better in a slatted >basket with a very loose potting mix. > >Personally I find that my Cattleyas (and just about everything else) do >best with at least 150 ppm nitrogen, provided that they are flushed >thoroughly to prevent salt build-up. Also, the more light the better (but >don't burn the leaves). With modern HID lamps it is possible to provide >plants with far more light than they get in the wild: long cloudless days. > >Martin ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] back again on Guido
gee whiz...here I am back again and likely before the stuff I have written has even seen print..tho the first has..and hard to read due to its being on a wide format..hope this is not. Did I say that Dorris and I love Guido? Hope so.Did I say that YOU do not know him ? Hope so...Why should I, beloved by the millions (a leagend in his own mind) stand up for Guido?...guess what? GET TO KNOW HIM...forget him getting pissed off by those who have not the wit nor the background to stand up to him face to face..SURE he has teased me to death...when I did not measure up to my potential..and why not? Will we miss himDamn right? will we miss those jerks who did it? NO...cause they will be in our face every day, day after day..doing the same thing to every writer who they feel does not agree with them or their priorities...DID IT EVER OCCUR TO YOU that all this could have been off line?? THAT is where I take all MY screaming to a person...SO WHY.??? To hurt and to injure...SORRY to say..Guido will NEVER learn to just grin and bare it..AND...most importantly...suffer fools lightly..even those who do not derserve his derision..BUT off stage...they could have come to common ground...HOW do I know..cuz I KNOW Guido...YOU DO NOT...full stop..YOU DO NOT..Those of you who have done this would have done the same toWell names come to mind that would have caused me problems..so let it be..JUST GO AWAY>>>YOU are not wanted...GO AWAY Sent via web mail at hialoha.net ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Re: water pH and temperature
Peter O'Byrne wrote: > Conclusion; something else is causing your pH change. Have you got any algae > or other plants growing in your container ? They would proliferate in the > light, respiring and giving off carbon dioxide, which would dissolve in the > water, making it more acidic. Algae and plants would photosynthesize in the light, producing oxygen and consuming CO2. That would increase pH. In the dark, the plants give off CO2 and lower the pH. The effect can be quite dramatic in heavily planted aquaria. If Olga is seeing a pH decrease in the light and increase in the dark, plants aren't the cause. I would be curious to know the hardness of Olga's water. If it is rainwater or RO water with very little buffering capacity, then very subtle changes can result in wild fluctuation of pH. Nick -- Nicholas Plummer [EMAIL PROTECTED] Nick ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Psychopsis Mendenhall
Michael wrote: .I'm new to the list (it seems to have been an unusual time to join). I grow >a hodge podge of catts, cymbidiums, oncidiums, paphs and phals. > >I've recently got a young Psychopsis Mendenhall 'Hildos'. It was said to be >a large seedling, and it really isn't that big; the larger growth is only a >little more than 5" tall, and it's about a third larger than the previous >growth (there are three in total). I repotted it after I brought it home, >which I didn't think it enjoyed at all, but low it has started to spike. >Does anyone know if these plants have a habit of blooming on young plants? Michael I would not say a 5" plant of Psychopsis Mendenhall is "small" in terms of maturity nor stature. It is beginning to spike, so it must be mature. DO NOT cut or break the inflorescence, whatever you do! It can flower sequentially for a long time. One of mine flowered for two years - even branching and continusing to flower after I accidently broke the top off the inflorescence. Flowering slows in colder months (but then I grow in a shadehouse in the tropics). As you have noted, the DO NOT like to be repotted/disturbed. I grew mine in straight fine grade charcoal. Colin Hamilton Webmaster Australian Orchid Council/"OrchidsAustralia" Rockhampton, Qld. Australia www.orchidsaustralia.com The more you complain, the longer God lets you live. ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Perlite again
Iris wrote >However, there is very strong world wide production and consumption of perlite. >Other leading countries producing perlite include China, Greece, Japan, >Hungary, Armenia, Italy, Mexico, Philippines, and Turkey. > >I have always used perlite in houseplant and orchid mixes. I don't use it for >bonsai because it floats to the top. >Iris Unfortunately the only Perlite available here in Australia is a very fine grade - not the larger grade I have seen used in nurseries in the USA. Ours tends to settle and clog open mixes. Colin Hamilton Webmaster Australian Orchid Council/"OrchidsAustralia" Rockhampton, Qld. Australia www.orchidsaustralia.com The more you complain, the longer God lets you live. ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Miltonia xanthinia
A net search yielded this page http://www.orchideepassion.com/vb/index html?p1692.html. As you can see the flowers do not resemble Miltonia flavescens. The it hit me ; the description of the flower in the page. " Importi du Brisil sous ce nom. Non ripertorii. Nouveauti ou nom erroni ? De toute fagon, sa fleur est iblouissante" which if memory doesn't fail me translates as "Imported Brazil under this name. Not indexed. Innovation or erroneous name? In any event, its flower is dazzling. ". Something in the photo gives the impression the flower is that of a hybrid, a beautiful one to wit. Jose ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Sorry
Truly sorry for going off the deep end for a buddy...I should not have become just as abusive as SOME OF YOU...even to include Guido..Who I have remonstrated with over his losing control...but like him...and believe me,,,I have spent days on end with him and loved every minute...He does love a glass or two..and I read all the stuff in the Guide (lecturing here in Florida and away from the placid Hawaii environment) and did have more than a few glasses of very good chardoneyand to be fair..maybe said a few words in conclusion that I regret...Screw you is not a nice thing to say even when it is directed to just anybody..no certain person...so I will retract that (mind you I have had two more glasses since...and say..ONLY those who really deserve it should do what kerrys wife and our good vice president suggest...AHHH I now feel a lot better...HATE ME??? All those who agree immediately write in...Those who disagree..remember..we now know who you are...JEEESSHHH I hate myself for saying any of this...;but REMEMBER...I now have had seven glasses...and ONLY because...I love the guy...(I am married happily to Dorris.) and she equally adores him...(Long pause here) So who should quit ? Hi Carsonet alii...(for those who KNOW latin...full stop...Bill Bergstrom..who will never regret knowing and admiring Guido... Sent via web mail at hialoha.net ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Guido
Well I have done this before...and with success..For all of you who have continually put it in his face...drop dead..and this from a guy who NEVER wants to be controversial..just right..YOU who have continually harrassed him...have no idea who he is or what he is..unfortunately...he IS controversial..so if you do NOT like controversy..GO SOMEWHERE ELSE...full stop...I personally, have lived with the man..MY WIFE DORRIS LOVES HIM...spots and all...you know why? Because, as Kenneth knows, he is a loving and caring person...NOT like those of you who have persecuted him knowing that he would respond with derision on his on..NOT TO FRIENDS, assure you..TOUGH BEANS..I love the guy and hang on every word..FUNNY those who shaft him really are sounding like jerks..so go away...there are other places for you..places where YOU will be happy...I am happy with concise and true taxonomic verbage that does not result (hopefully) in derision..ALL THIS SAID...I admit..sometimes he goes off the deep end far too quickly..BUT...guess what..you CAN reply personally and win a FRIEND as I HAVE..and those who chased him away..SCREW YOU Sent via web mail at hialoha.net ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Nutrient Levels
Davek wrote: You see pictures of orchids in the wild with extensive root systems; Cattleyas for example with roots extended several meters along the trunk and branches of the host tree. My impression is that plants in the wild grow much more slowly than those in cultivation. When you see a large plant in the wild it may have taken 10 or 15 years to get to that size. As far as the length of roots go, putting a plant in a pot limits what the roots can do. As the plant (and the pot) get bigger the roots (especially in the center part of the plant) can stay wet longer and get less oxygen. When Cattleyas get to specimen size they do better in a slatted basket with a very loose potting mix. Personally I find that my Cattleyas (and just about everything else) do best with at least 150 ppm nitrogen, provided that they are flushed thoroughly to prevent salt build-up. Also, the more light the better (but don't burn the leaves). With modern HID lamps it is possible to provide plants with far more light than they get in the wild: long cloudless days. Martin ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Dr Braem
I support Dr. Braem staying on the list. I think that the flaming gets too intense sometimes. I find many of our contributors very interesting and I have learned a lot about taxonomy from Dr. Braem and I think his Paphiopedalums book is a good read. Yours truly, Nancy USDA Zone 9b ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
Re: [OGD] water pH and temperature
Does your pH meter have a temperature compensation function? Paul -- Original message -- > Olga Caussade asked why her water has a pH of 6.5 when stored in the dark, > but has a pH of 5 and is 10 degrees C warmer when kept in the light. > > Olga, I tried doing the maths & your numbers didn't work out. Basically, the > pH of any sample of water varies with the temperature. As the temperature > rises, the pH decreases because the solution becomes more acidic, and it > becomes less acidic as the temperature falls, which is what you observed. > Unfortunately, you'd need a hell of a lot more than a 10 degree rise to drop > the pH by 1.5 degrees, so something else must be happening in your water. > > Water always contains dissolved carbon dioxide, which makes it acidic. As > the temp rises, less carbon dioxide dissolves, so the pH rises (water > becomes less acidic). This effect runs in the opposite direction to the > pH/temperature effect, and if my assumptions about your water and maths are > right, this would more or less cancel out the drop in pH caused by your 10 > degree temp rise. > > Conclusion; something else is causing your pH change. Have you got any algae > or other plants growing in your container ? They would proliferate in the > light, respiring and giving off carbon dioxide, which would dissolve in the > water, making it more acidic. > > Cheers, > > Peter O'Byrne > ___ > the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) > [EMAIL PROTECTED] > http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Re: Miltonia flavescens?
In a message dated 8/11/04 6:06:12 AM, Marianne writes: > Miltonia xanthina, nice fleshy star-shaped yellow flowers, > Marianne, look at the descriptions of Miltonia flavescens - the meaning of the specific name is roughly the same, Yellow colored. Jay Pfahl's website has a good photo. http://www.orchidspecies.com/ Leo ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] "Orquideas Nativas del Tachira"
Julie Carbonell wrote: "Orquideas Nativas del Tachira" What a wonderful book! A must for any orchid library or orchid nut The amount of information is awesome, well written and concise, easy to understand even for those who have no knowledge of Spanish. The pictures, quite good, with excellent true colors. And the book itself, a joy to read, good quality paper and binding, good type size, easy to read and the information readily available. >As a fellow Venezuelan I'm very proud of this book the work of Ing. Agro. Cesar Fernandez I'd like to agree with Julie's praise for this book. The author, Cesar Fernandez, travelled throughout Tachira, the westernmost state of Venezuela, searching all orchid habitats to make as complete an inventory as possible. In doing so, he found several completely new species (Telipogons, Cyrtochilums, Lepanthes - maybe a few others) as well as species not reported from Tachira or from Venezuela. The species are described in a standard format that includes habitat information and nearly every one has a good color photo of the flower. The introductory sections that describe the organization of the book and the format of the individual entries are in both Spanish and English, so as Julie said, even non Spanish speakers will be able to understand most of the rest of the book. Now that we know that George Norris is distributing the book, it's possible to reward Cesar for a wonderful accomplishment while helping George at the same time. For those in northern California, Cesar will be speaking at the September meeting of the Orchid Society of California, September 20 at the Garden Center at Lake Merritt in Oakland. -- Steve Beckendorf Berkeley, California ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
RE: [OGD] RE: Orchids Digest, Vol 6, Issue 325 (orquideas Nativas del Táchira)
Cesar's book "Orquideas Nativas del Tachira" is a wonderful reference book with over 200 great color photos. The Spanish is easy to understand and it shows Cesar's great love of Orchids. And all our copies are signed by the author. This book was over 3 years in the writing. I can highly recommend this book. George > George is my "manager in that part of the world". I would like George > give us a little comment on this survey. > > Cisar Fernandez ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Re: Dr. Braem
> "it was the personal, baiting attacks of a few immature people on the > list, simply to get a rise from another person to the point they had no > option left but use profanity." -It was in fact the sincere request of a hobbyist about Habenaria rhodochila that started this whole thing. Guido's inappropriate, condescending response brought the same old flamers and trolls out of the woodwork, as they know how easy it is to push his buttons. It is a shame that someone so charming in public, and so well respected academically, can be so immature online. But we have all seen this in other venues. Those who jumped on the chance to goad him further (and we all know who they are) are beneath contempt, and have never been the source of knowledge Guido was. ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] water pH and temperature
Olga Caussade asked why her water has a pH of 6.5 when stored in the dark, but has a pH of 5 and is 10 degrees C warmer when kept in the light. Olga, I tried doing the maths & your numbers didn't work out. Basically, the pH of any sample of water varies with the temperature. As the temperature rises, the pH decreases because the solution becomes more acidic, and it becomes less acidic as the temperature falls, which is what you observed. Unfortunately, you'd need a hell of a lot more than a 10 degree rise to drop the pH by 1.5 degrees, so something else must be happening in your water. Water always contains dissolved carbon dioxide, which makes it acidic. As the temp rises, less carbon dioxide dissolves, so the pH rises (water becomes less acidic). This effect runs in the opposite direction to the pH/temperature effect, and if my assumptions about your water and maths are right, this would more or less cancel out the drop in pH caused by your 10 degree temp rise. Conclusion; something else is causing your pH change. Have you got any algae or other plants growing in your container ? They would proliferate in the light, respiring and giving off carbon dioxide, which would dissolve in the water, making it more acidic. Cheers, Peter O'Byrne ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] RE: Orchids Digest, Vol 6, Issue 325 (orquideas Nativas del Táchira)
For those US residents, my book about orqumdeas nativas del Tachira is available by mean George Norris [EMAIL PROTECTED] ,who have some copies. George is my "manager in that part of the world". I would like George give us a little comment on this survey. We had 30 years without orchid inventory, now German Carnevali is doing an extraordinary study on Amazonas orchids. Our survey was done in the SW of Venezuela and you can see 418 Venezuelan species. Cisar Fernandez Avenida Espaqa Urbanizacisn Campo Alegre N: 0-229 San Cristsbal, Estado Tachira- Venezuela Cell: 0414-706.6509 Phone: 011-58-276-356.3830 email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
RE: [OGD] Dr Braem leaving
BYE, OLGA! > > Good afternoon, > I regret that Dr Braem leaves this list. He has always help me with orchid > information and has also help so much my orchid group, with articles, pictures > etc., Thank s Guido. All what he did was free, with no money, just for the > love of orchids and I am proud of that. Now the question is : the people that > provoqued all this, will they stay in the list? Its very easy that way, I > can't accept that. > Sorry Kenneth, but I can't believe this is truth. If it is, I am leaving too. > > Very disappointed > > Olga Caussade ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Dr Braem leaving
Good afternoon, I regret that Dr Braem leaves this list. He has always help me with orchid information and has also help so much my orchid group, with articles, pictures etc., Thank s Guido. All what he did was free, with no money, just for the love of orchids and I am proud of that. Now the question is : the people that provoqued all this, will they stay in the list? Its very easy that way, I can't accept that. Sorry Kenneth, but I can't believe this is truth. If it is, I am leaving too. Very disappointed Olga Caussade ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
Re: [OGD] Wanted: Mtssa Psychedelic Star
Try writing to Cloud's Orchids in Toronto (http://www.cloudsorchids.com/) -- they carry a lot of those kind of orchids. Good luck! Sandy On Wed, 11 Aug 2004 06:52:46 -0500, Barbara <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I am looking for a source for Mtssa Psychedelic Star. I understand it is > a very easy care plant and I have a thing for miltassias. You can see a > photo of it (the one that got me all twitterpated) here: > http://www.ottawaorchidsociety.com/photos/pics/showtable/111002/onc22.jp > g > > Anyone knowing where I can obtain this plant may email me privately: > [EMAIL PROTECTED] Any size or quantity will do. > > Thanks a lot! > > Barbara > > > -- www.pollenatrix.com "Botanical discipline, daily." ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
Re: [OGD] Orquideas Nativas del Tachira
See my previous note. We are Cesar's distributor in the U.S. and all copies are new and signed by the author. George > > Where can I find this book? I didn't find it with a quick web search and > didn't see it at AOS store. Could it be ordered directly from > publisher? (and who is publisher?). ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
RE: [OGD] Orquideas Nativas del Tachira
We still have about 10 new copies, signed by the author for $45 each incl. shipping. Contact George at [EMAIL PROTECTED] > "Orquideas Nativas del Tachira" > What a wonderful book! > A must for any orchid library or orchid nut > The amount of information is awesome, well written and concise, easy to > understand even for those who have no knowledge of Spanish. The pictures, > quite good, with excellent true colors. ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Psychopsis Mendenhall and ancestral research
Hi all I'm new to the list (it seems to have been an unusual time to join). I grow a hodge podge of catts, cymbidiums, oncidiums, paphs and phals. I've recently got a young Psychopsis Mendenhall 'Hildos'. It was said to be a large seedling, and it really isn't that big; the larger growth is only a little more than 5" tall, and it's about a third larger than the previous growth (there are three in total). I repotted it after I brought it home, which I didn't think it enjoyed at all, but low it has started to spike. Does anyone know if these plants have a habit of blooming on young plants? Also, for the person who was interested in the parentage of their Lycastes here is a link for you where you can type in the plant and they'll give you its parents. http://www.rhs.org.uk/research/registerpages/orchidsearch.asp Thanks Michael _ Take advantage of powerful junk e-mail filters built on patented Microsoft. SmartScreen Technology. http://join.msn.com/?pgmarket=en-ca&page=byoa/prem&xAPID=1994&DI=1034&SU=http://hotmail.com/enca&HL=Market_MSNIS_Taglines Start enjoying all the benefits of MSN. Premium right now and get the first two months FREE*. ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
Re: [OGD] Orquideas Nativas del Tachira
Where can I find this book? I didn't find it with a quick web search and didn't see it at AOS store. Could it be ordered directly from publisher? (and who is publisher?). Errol Toronto At 10:02 AM 8/11/2004, you wrote: dears all and sundry "Orquideas Nativas del Tachira" What a wonderful book! A must for any orchid library or orchid nut The amount of information is awesome, well written and concise, easy to understand even for those who have no knowledge of Spanish. The pictures, quite good, with excellent true colors. And the book itself, a joy to read, good quality paper and binding, good type size, easy to read and the information readily available. As a fellow Venezuelan I4m very proud of this book the work of Ing. Agro. Cesar Fernandez, to whom I give a big hand of applause. julie carbonell caracas, venezuela ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids Errol Porter Horizon Books 416 226 4282 (tel/fax) http://www.horizonbook.com Travel & Exploration Natural History Horticulture & Gardening ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] OUR LOSS
Dears What a shame that Guido had to leave again! OUR LOSS julie carbonell caracas, venezuela ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Orquideas Nativas del Tachira
dears all and sundry "Orquideas Nativas del Tachira" What a wonderful book! A must for any orchid library or orchid nut The amount of information is awesome, well written and concise, easy to understand even for those who have no knowledge of Spanish. The pictures, quite good, with excellent true colors. And the book itself, a joy to read, good quality paper and binding, good type size, easy to read and the information readily available. As a fellow Venezuelan I4m very proud of this book the work of Ing. Agro. Cesar Fernandez, to whom I give a big hand of applause. julie carbonell caracas, venezuela ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Re: Perlite
In a message dated 8/11/04 6:06:12 AM, Ron Boyd writes: > Oops, it was supposed to be perlite, > Perlite is not expanded clay, either. Here is an excerpt from its Web site: Basic facts about perlite is not a trade name but a generic term for naturally occurring siliceous rock. The distinguishing feature which sets perlite apart from other volcanic glasses is that when heated to a suitable point in its softening range, it expands from four to twenty times its original volume. This expansion is due to the presence of two to six percent combined water in the crude perlite rock. When quickly heated to above 1600 degrees F (871 degrees C), the crude rock pops in a manner similar to popcorn as the combined water vaporizes and creates countless tiny bubbles which account for the amazing light weight and other exceptional physical properties of expanded perlite. This expansion process also creates one of perlite's most distinguishing characteristics: its white color. While the crude rock may range from transparent light gray to glossy black, the color of expanded perlite ranges from snowy white to grayish white. Expanded perlite can be manufactured to weigh as little as 2 pounds per cubic foot making it adaptable for numerous applications. Since perlite is a form of natural glass, it is classified as chemically inert and has a pH of approximately 7. Perlite is mined and expanded all over the world. The United States is estimated to be the largest consumer and producer of crude and expanded perlite. However, there is very strong world wide production and consumption of perlite. Other leading countries producing perlite include China, Greece, Japan, Hungary, Armenia, Italy, Mexico, Philippines, and Turkey. I have always used perlite in houseplant and orchid mixes. I don't use it for bonsai because it floats to the top. Iris ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Re: unknown
In a message dated 8/11/04 6:06:12 AM, Marianne writes: > Miltonia xanthina, nice fleshy star-shaped yellow flowers, > Apparently there is no record of a Miltonia or Miltoniopsis xanthina, either as a species or hybrid. And neither of those genera have star shaped flowers. There is always a prominent lip. Suggest you contact your supplier for better information. Iris ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Dr. Braem
It is sad when we lose a member of this list, particularly one that has extensive knowledge (especially Paphs.) of orchids. AsCarson Whitlow said, it was the personal, baiting attacks of a few immature people on the list, simply to get a rise from another person to the point they had no option left but use profanity. I imagine if the OGD was moderated, those people doing the baiting and personal attacking would be the 1st people I'd ban from the list, NOT Dr. Guido Braem!! And, as Carson also stated, it is perhaps best to ignore those children, they hate that more than a reply! My 2 cents on the matter. Cody Cruise Valley Pest Consulting ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Dr Braem leaving
Kenneth, to loose the knowledge of Dr Braem from the list is indeed a great loss. Given the reasons and to the extent and content of the messages sent and received over recent times, I feel that there should be half a dozen others leaving as well. Particularly for the reasons that those prevoking the heated debates etc have yet to provide ANY credible information or discussion to the list. As you noted, Dr. Braem has the score on the board for knowledge and publications. Those on the other side have yet to prove they have any actual knowledge in any thing, let alone orchids. I, for one, put it too those applauding Dr. Braems departure, though I accept the wording of some of the message may offend many to cause this applause, PUT UP or SHUT UP, start putting your knowledge to the test. I think that this may be too much to ask. Those that speak the loudest usually have the least to offer. ROY - Find local movie times and trailers on Yahoo! Movies. ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Wanted: Mtssa Psychedelic Star
I am looking for a source for Mtssa Psychedelic Star. I understand it is a very easy care plant and I have a thing for miltassias. You can see a photo of it (the one that got me all twitterpated) here: http://www.ottawaorchidsociety.com/photos/pics/showtable/111002/onc22.jp g Anyone knowing where I can obtain this plant may email me privately: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Any size or quantity will do. Thanks a lot! Barbara ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Re: Orchids, *please*/Nutrient Levels
Thanks for the vindication, Phil - I had a faint suspicion I was going a little nuts, here. Oliver's combining the same principle with higher light levels - while plant appearance may not be as 'aesthetic' by conventional standards, the system emulates Nature which satisfies one of my eccentricities. You see pictures of orchids in the wild with extensive root systems; Cattleyas for example with roots extended several meters along the trunk and branches of the host tree. The point here might be that with lower nutrient levels the root system compensates automatically, and within reason it might be better to err towards lower rather than higher nutrient concentration in cultivation. Orchids as I'd said are slower to respond but the temporary use of transparent containers allows us to monitor at root level, so we might get a better idea of what's going on a bit sooner. Disas might be a better subject in that regard, but might need 100+ ppm - haven't done any surveys yet. I think Ron is using about 200ppm (not sure) with ordinary hydroponic culture. BTW Ron gave me some Disa plants to try in semi-hydroponics - I have to say that this is the first time I've ever been able to grow the darned things. > > > >recalled Jim James' book having similar comments. "The New Zealand Orchid Grower"? I have a copy > >In his book he refers to work by Poole & Seeley in the US who concluded > that 100ppm was optimal for Cymbidiums and 50ppm for Cattleya and that > Cattleya growth was actually impeded at concentrations above 100ppm. > > >Sounds similar to your own results. > > >Regards > >Phil Norton > >Blenheim ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
[OGD] Re: Orchids, *please*/Nutrient Levels
Dave, You comments on nutrient levels struck a chord. I did some study into this matter a few years ago and recalled Jim James' book having similar comments. In his book he refers to work by Poole & Seeley in the US who concluded that 100ppm was optimal for Cymbidiums and 50ppm for Cattleya and that Cattleya growth was actually impeded at concentrations above 100ppm. Sounds similar to your own results. Regards Phil Norton Blenheim ___ the OrchidGuide Digest (OGD) [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://lists.orchidguide.com/mailman/listinfo/orchids
