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Why Orchid Awards Matter: RHS, Historic Cattleya Clones, and the Value of Provenance

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Published on: 13/10/2025

A collector’s guide to RHS orchid awards, the Lindley Library paintings, and how historic Cattleya species clones like ‘Stanleyi’ or ‘Queen Mary’ shape knowledge, conservation, and value.

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Cattleya labiata-A Jewel of Brazilian Nature!

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Published on: 10/09/2025

From its natural home in Brazil to collections around the world, Cattleya labiata continues to reign as the Queen of Orchids.

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Cattleya lueddemanniana-The Jewel of Venezuela's Coastal Range

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Published on: 31/08/2025

From the mountains of the Cordillera de la Costa to the valleys of Lara, Cattleya lueddemanniana shines as one of the most iconic orchids of Venezuela

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From the Andes to the World: The Stunning Cattleyas of Colombia! Blog Post

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Published on: 23/08/2025

From the Andes to the valleys, Colombia is home to some of the most stunning cattleya species in the world.

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