Flower Power
Flower Power is the story of an orchid skeptic. In the article published in a New Zealand paper, the writer ventures from disinterest in orchids to finally falling under their spell. On the way, he wonders if orchids are a form of higher intelligence, worries about their possible sinister intentions, and marvels at their evolutionary prowess. It’s an enjoyable cautionary tale that “be it love or lunacy, [orchids] seem to enslave their fanciers.” If you’re in New Zealand, don’t miss the Auckland Museum’s Mystery of the Orchid exhibition that inspired the article.
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September 30th, 2009 at 7:36 am
Interesting article, but he likes big words. I had to break out my dictionary several times.
October 21st, 2009 at 7:54 pm
I love that little raee New Zealand orchid with the weird name! Its miniscule in the photo.
November 12th, 2009 at 4:14 pm
The article has great historical info. Its funny that orchids used to be too suggestive for women to wear.
December 31st, 2009 at 10:24 pm
Thanks for the link.