Orchid Categories

ART = Dendrobium Art Shade

The Art Shade is a broad category based on the spectrum of colors ranging from chartruese, gold, bronze, rust, red-orange to red-violet. These have extra long lasting sprays of medium to large flowers with a dense, waxy texture. The main blooming season is winter and early spring.

CAN = Dendrobium Canaliculatum

From the cool, arid slopes of Australia, the tree and rock clinging minature Dendrobium orchids have been interbred to produce the compact, Canaliculatum orchids. During fall and early spring these Dendrobium orchids cover themselves with sprays of minature flowers.

CAT = Cattleya Alliance

We refer to this group as relatives/intergenerics of the broad Cattleya alliance. Almost without exception, these clones or hybrids are specifically selected and bred to finish in a 4" pot or smaller. Most will bloom a minimum of twice a year with clusters of blossoms. Also included in this group are spiking-types (i.e., Ctna. Why Not). Because these produce spikes rather than a sheath prior to blooming, they are more suitable for the export market.

DP = Dendrobium Den Phal

Although similar in flower shape, the Den-phal (short for Dendrobium Phalaenopsis) orchid should not be confused with the "Butterfly" (or Phalaenopsis) orchid. The Den-phals are upright bamboo-cane type orchids which produce sprays of flowers with full, round petals. They tend to bloom in the late summer to early winter.

ENC = Encyclia (Cattleya Alliance)

A member of the cattleya alliance. The encyclia was formally classified as epidendrum, but has a distinctly different plant confirmation than reed-stem epidendrums. The encyclia has spherical bulbs topped with leaves, and produces spikes that carry clusters of long-lasting (e.g., 3 to 5 weeks), intricately-shaped, petite, sometimes fragrant flowers. The Encyclia has shown wide acceptance as a potted plant due to its compact body, longevity of flowers, blooming period, and the ease of shipping from spike-initiated stages to full bloom.

GRA = Grammatophylum

Native to New Guinea, this particular genera of orchids are known for their magnificant displays when in flower. This group of orchids seems to thrive in variable light conditions ranging from the brightness of Dendrobiums to even lower light conditions like Phalaenopsis. The Grammatophyllum genera includes the largest orchid in the world, Grammatophyllum speciosum. The varieties we raise range in size to finish from a 4" to 8" pot.

IDP = Dendrobium Inter Den Phal

Inter Den Phals are approximately one part ceratobium to three parts Phalaenopsis. The result of this combination is greater productivity, multiple blooming season, with strong rooting and sturdy canes compared to the full Den-Phal group. The individual flower size tends to be about seventy-five percent of the Den-Phal group, but is compensated by longer sprays.

JT = Dendrobium Jaquelyn Thomas type

Dendrobium Jaquelyn Thomas type orchids are traditional cut-flower varieties. Prolific bloomers with medium to large plant body, these were primarily bred for cut-flower production, but have grown in popularity as pot-plants. Year-round blooming can be expected.
Each variety with a UH code has been developed by the University of Hawaii and has undergone preliminary trials by the Orchideology Department. Uniform and productive, we consider these plants to be the staple for all cut-flower as well as the pot-plant businesses in the State of Hawaii.

LAT = Dendrobium Latouria

Notably from New Guinea the Dendrobium Latouria is significantly different compared to hard-cane dendrobiums. Latouria grow well under warm to intermediate temperatures and lower light levels similar to those of phalaenopsis. These plants have evergreen foliage and a determinant plant height. Flower racemes emerge from the uppermost part of the plant. Clusters are very long lasting with average life exceeding three months. Some consider the flowers bizarre because of their unusual lip and petal architecture.

NOB = Dendrobium Nobile

Nobiles are known for its multi-colored flowers and sweet fragrance. The progeny thus far are highly varied, and blossoms do not always resemble their immediate parents. After a minimum winter chill of 50° to 55° Farenheit, large number of buds form along the side cane of each node, producing a spectacular display during winter to spring. Some varieties with the Nagasaki bloodline can grow and flower under warm conditions. Unlike the Den. Honohono, Nobiles do not require a total winter drought leading to defoliation. Nobiles can bloom with foliage intact, but removing bare canes is not recommended because they also produce flowers.

ONC = Oncidium Alliance

This group includes Relatives/intergenerics of the Oncidium alliance. Plants are generally compact with an ovate psuedobulb topped with leaves. Flowers form on spikes that emerge from the base of the psuedobulbs and rise above the foliage.

TWD = Dendrobium Twisted

Twisted Dendrobiums are also referred to as "antelope" types. These Dendrobium orchids draw the majority of their genes from the ceratobium family. They tend to have many spikes of smaller flowers with elongated petals and sepals with slight to multiple twists. Twisted Dendrobiums are noted for early spring blooming.

ITW = Dendrobium Inter Twisted

The two sections of dendrobiums bred into this category of inter-twisted are the phalaenthe and ceratobium section. The ratios are approximately 25% to 75% respectively. This results in vigorous growing plants with a strong tendency for multi-spiking and sprays of many long lasting blossoms. Petals are slightly twisted.
The season of this category is generally all year round with an emphasis on early spring. We have added this group to provide a new twist, and are finding that many of this group offer a delicate fragrance as well.

ZYG = Zygopetalum tribe

This category consists of plants generally for orchid fanciers and hobbyists. Intergeneric crosses are considered "novelty" type orchids. Plants prefer intermediate temperatures but will tolerate warmer climates. They produce lush foliage with a fan configuration.