Drought, invasive plants and feral hogs pose threats as well, and these dangers, coupled with the species' small population sizes and low reproductive rates, leave it at high risk of extinction ...

The jewel orchid’s main attraction is its striking, velvety, dark green to purplish-brown leaves with gold or red veins and red undersides. It produces small, white flowers in winter.

Dyed blue orchids are popular—but the colour is artificial. Real blue orchids are rare. Learn what makes popular blue orchids ...