Encyclia parviflora

Encyclia parviflora Encyclia parviflora   By Biól. Jesús Ángel Barajas Fragoso June 22, 2025 There are around 70 species of Encyclia in Mexico and one of the smallest flowers in this genus is the Encyclia parviflora. This orchid is native and endemic to Mexico. Although it is generally epiphytic, that is, it grows on other […]

Clock Vine: A Hummingbird’s Delight

Clock Vine: A Hummingbird’s Delight Clock Vine: A Hummingbird’s Delight Thunbergia mysorensis By Karina Arantza Aguilar Martínez June 21, 2025 The Clock Vine (Thunbergia mysorensis) is a spectacular tropical climber native to southern India, particularly the region of Mysore. Its long, hanging blossoms in rich red and golden yellow resemble tiny slippers—an eye-catching display that […]

Govenia Superba

Govenia superba Govenia superba   By Eduardo Villegas June 17, 2025 This month we would like to introduce a beautiful orchid: Govenia superba, a species of terrestrial habit native to Mexico that goes by the names of yellow lily and cozticzacatzacuxochitl. This orchid prefers a cool to cold climate. Its pseudobulbs are globose and are […]