The Comprising Coloured Figures and Descriptions of New, Rare, and Beautiful Orchidaceous Plants Moore, Thomas 1821-1887 creator Warner, Robert 1814-1896 Williams, Benjamin Samuel 1822-1890 Fitch, J. N. (John Nugent) 1843-1927 text utu 2019 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Orchid Album, Volume 2" by Thomas Moore is a botanical publication written in the late 19th century. This detailed volume presents colored figures and descriptions of new, rare, and beautiful orchid species, specifically highlighting various types cultivated in the Victorian era. It serves as both an artistic and scientific guide to orchids, offering valuable insights for cultivators and enthusiasts of these exquisite plants. At the start of the volume, readers are introduced to various orchid species through beautifully illustrated plates accompanied by technical botanical descriptions. The book provides insights into the characteristics, cultivation methods, and flowering periods of several orchids, such as Lælia autumnalis atrorubens and Zygopetalum Clayii. Additionally, the opening portion features information on exhibitions showcasing orchids, detailing the appreciation of these plants within horticultural societies, and discusses the specific growing conditions advantageous for various species, making it an informative resource for both experienced horticulturists and those new to orchid cultivation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Orchid_Album Release date is 2019-03-22 Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, Carol Spears and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Orchids Orchids -- Pictorial works QK Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59109 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59109 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134348.0 59109