Central Vancouver Island Orchid Society

06/09/2026

Just delighted to see my Miltoniopsis ‘Red Tide’ aka the pansey orchid just opened up two blooms - this is the first bloom on this plant for me and I hope it opens a little farther on the petals to capture these two funny faces together - a link to AOS care sheet on Miltoniopsis is below for more information on this delighful plant

https://www.aos.org/orchid-care/care-sheets/miltoniopsis-culture-sheet

06/07/2026

We had a wonderful walk about the trails at Morrell Sanctuary and spotted the Western Rattlesnake Plantain (Goodyera oblongifolia) just beginning to spike and the Western Spotted Coralroot (Corallorhiza maculata var. occidentalis) in bloom. Coralroot is a fascinating, parasitic native orchid widely distributed across Vancouver Island and like the rattlesnake plantain, coralroots rely on their complex underground fungal partnerships to live. We added our spotting of rattlesnake plantain to the board for others to look for while on the trail 🌱

05/26/2026

I wanted to take a moment to share some photos of the plants that have bloomed over the last month. It's been quite a vibrant display, with some flowers already starting to fade while others are still thriving and showcasing their colors. Each plant has its own unique charm, and it's fascinating to see how they evolve throughout the season. I hope you enjoy these snapshots as much as I enjoyed capturing them!

05/25/2026

This stunning Phragmipedium Ecuagenera Dream, cultivated by CVIOS member Gerry H., is a remarkable example of its kind. Its growing conditions closely resemble those of the Phrag. sedenii, making it a delightful addition to any collection. Congratulations to Gerry for this achievement, and thank you for sharing this beauty with us!

05/25/2026

05/23/2026

05/22/2026

Start the car ! Keiki swap on Sunday! This orchid mama and lucky 7 keikis / plant babies are headed for the Keiki swap this Sunday May 24th at our monthly meeting - details found under the event information 🌸 2nd image shows the bloom and a couple of the keikis are in spike now 🌸

05/05/2026

04/30/2026

Thank you Kinsu Chocolates I had a wonderful walk at Petroglyph Provincial Park today to see the Calypso Bulbosa orchid aka fairy slipper which is blooming in abundance alongside the trails 💜