SELENIPEDIUMS 
This group of orchids from South America, closely akin to the Cypri- 
pediums, has always attracted attention because of the unusual form 
of the petals of the flowers. The petals of the S. GRANDE var. 
ATRATUM AND CAUDATUM extend downward like streamers for 
18 or more inches. The pouch is the same as in Cypripediums. The 
flowers are borne on rather long stems 18” to 30” with several flowers 
opening in succession which gives a long period of bloom. The color 
combinations are extremely varied; greenish-white, bronzy green, rose 
tints, brown-purple. Veins are usually different color than back- 
ground. Flowering season, spring and summer. Their culture re- 
quires deep shade. Potted with osmunda (brown) and charcoal. Keep 
moist at all times. Will tolerate much warmer temperatures than 
Cypripediums. 
This famous collection contains thirty-six species, hybrids and varie- 
ties. The identifications have been lost. However, the thrill of seeing 
these strange beautiful flowers is breath-taking. 
5” pot size 6.00 6” pot size 7.50 and 10.00 616” pot size 12.50 
32 Greenhouses at Mandarin on the St. Johns River 
