For centuries the orchid, in all the sizes, shapes, colours and fragrances that it is found in all over the world, has symbolised all that is exotic and mysterious.
Far from being beyond the capability of the average plant lover, orchids offer the opportunity to enter a fascinating world of dizzying diversity, where growing a single healthy specimen can be satisfying, but plant collecting can become a passion.
-Over 1100 of the most popular and fascinating species.
-Colour photographs, classification, natural habitat and location.
-Guide to pronouncing the often lengthy names.
