There's no one right answer when it comes to how often you should water an orchid—this will vary depending on various factors ...

Keeping an eye on orchid roots can help you spot problems before they spread While most houseplants have thin, thread-like ...

Some orchids stop making food and feed on fungi instead. Researchers found they do this only when conditions allow.

Why have some orchids stopped photosynthesis and become parasites feeding on fungi? Researchers found that in at least one species the transition may be driven by the opportunity -- more than by the ...

Most orchid species have a symbiotic relationship with the natural fungi found in their roots. The plants provide the fungi ...

The most widely available orchid in British stores, the moth orchid, has a dormancy span of six to nine months.

The container your orchid sits in must have drainage holes. This helps excess water escape, preventing the roots from sitting in stagnant water, which can lead to rot. For orchids like Phalaenopsis, ...