Miniature Orchids

Miniature Orchids
by Steven A. Frowine

Miniature Orchids
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Author: Steven A. Frowine
Edition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Format: Illustrated
Published: 2007-09-21
ISBN: 0881928364
Number of pages: 264
Publisher: Timber Press

Book Reviews of Miniature Orchids

Book Review: Sadly Disappointed
Summary: 2 Stars

After ten months of waiting I expected more. Plant sizes are broken down like this;Miniature to 3" high/wide, Dwarf to 8", Compact to 12". I was hoping someone would dare to do a true miniature orchid book excluding orchids greater than 8 inches.
This book has the basic culture section light, water, temp, etc. Most orchid growers use a light measuring standard called a foot-candle, instead we get the Canadian Orchid Congress's calculation of watts per square meter.
Plant descriptions are quick and to the point. Highlights include country of origin, difficulty of culture, and recomendations for potting/mounting medium.
Plants range across genera though focus more on current trends: Three pages of Bulbophyllum compared to thirteen pages for Paphiopedilum and eleven for Phalaenopsis with no mention of Phal. braceana or Phal. deliciosa(mines still in bloom, over a year now).
Although interesting the Hybrids could have been left out, they tend to be trendy. When they are 'out' they can be harder to find than an Antillanorchis gundlachii.
I know a lot of effort went into producing this book and an updated version was needed, it seems like an inclusive orchid catalog. Good for those just begining in this hobby but lacking for those of us who hoped for more. Will make a good coffee table book.

Summary of Miniature Orchids

In the endlessly fascinating, diverse, and enormous orchid family, the beauties classified as miniatures are among the most intriguing. These orchids, which range from under one inch or two in height to a maximum of 12 inches, can pack just as much flower power as their larger relatives, yet their compact size allows them to fit easily on a windowsill or under fluorescent lights.

In all, some 300 miniature, dwarf, and compact orchids are profiled and another 200 are listed by key characteristics. Each profile includes bloom season, light and temperature requirements, and tips for ensuring success. Helpful advice on cultivation and on purchasing plants will give everyone from beginners to experienced orchid and houseplant enthusiasts the confidence to acquire these gems. Stunning photographs make identification a snap and provide welcome help for selection.

Even if your growing space is limited, you can still enjoy the exotic beauty of the world's largest and most captivating family of flowering plants.

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