Terrestrial orchids
These orchids grow naturally in the ground, often in forested areas with light ranging from shade to filtered or full sun.
Calanthe · Ludisia · Paphiopedilum · Spathoglottis
Growing guide
Orchid genera
A guide to the genera of the family Orchidaceae, arranged to help novice growers.
Cool-growing epiphytes
These orchids generally prefer cooler conditions and should be protected from frost. Long periods below 5°C can cause damage.
Cattleya · Cymbidium · Oncidium · Zygopetalum
Intermediate to hot-growing epiphytes
These are often the easiest orchids to grow in hot tropical climates. They grow best with a minimum temperature of 15–20°C.
Brassia · Bulbophyllum & Cirrhopetalum · Epidendrum · Dendrobium & Durabaculum · Miltonia · Phalaenopsis · Vanda
Australian native terrestrial orchids
Collection from the wild is illegal. Their survival depends on annual infection by a suitable mycorrhizal fungus, making them difficult to grow.
Diuris · Diplodium · Arachnorchis & Caladenia · Thelymitra