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Dr. Kristen Uthus will present on Neofinetia Falcata now known as Vanda falcata. She will discuss how to grow them and their care needs.This orchid is esteemed by the Japanese. The AOS has a wonderful article about them, and their historical significance in Japan.
Bio:
Owner of New World Orchids.
Dr. Kristen Uthus studied both plant and animal ecology and evolution at Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) and the Ohio State University (OSU). She then taught biology and ecology at several colleges including VCU, OSU, University of Michigan, and Eastern Michigan University. The daughter of a plant fanatic, Kristen has been growing orchids for over 30 years, and in 2014 she fulfilled her dream of making orchids a full-time commitment by purchasing NWO.
Although she enjoys growing many varieties of orchids and other plants, miniatures remain her passion—the weirder the better. New World Orchids specializes in Japanese species including Neofinetia falcata, Dendrobium moniliforme, and Sederia japonica, but her miniature selection includes many other small species including Dendrobiums, Bulbophyllums, and Cattleyas. Although never entirely up to date, you can check out NWO’s offerings at www.newworldorchids.com.
Kristen lives in Manchester, MI, about an hour west of Detroit. She is supported in her orchid pursuits by her husband, Dr. Kevin Wehrly, and her two sons, Henry and Gus.
****She will be bringing plants for sale.
www.newworldorchids.com
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Manchester, Michigan
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San Antonio Garden Center, 3310 N New Braunfels Ave,San Antonio, Texas, United States
