The New Mexico Orchid Guild Presents
Orchid taxonomist Francisco Miranda will share with us his knowledge about growing orchids of the Brazil. Francisco Miranda was born in Rio de Janeiro and grew up in Brazil. He has a bachelor’s degree in Biology, a Master’s degree in Botany and twenty-five years of experience growing and breeding Brazilian orchids. He has written many papers and two books. Since 2001, He has been a qualified Taxonomic Authority for the American Orchid Society specializing in the determination of Brazilian species. He owns a nursery Miranda Orchids
He will be bringing plants to sell and members can pre-order from his website at Miranda Orchids (e-mail: fmiranda@att.net ).
The New Mexico Orchid Guild (NMOG), a non-profit 501©3 provides educational opportunities for orchid lovers who want to learn more about the exotic world of orchids. Monthly meetings feature show and tell orchids grown by members, orchid plants at reasonable cost, fascinating presentations, and fun! We host other special events such as greenhouse tours, field trips, and nationally recognized speakers. To become a member the yearly dues are $25.00 per household. Membership includes access to secure information on our website as well as our monthly newsletter.
New Mexico’s premier orchid organization meets the first Sunday of the month beginning at 1:30 p.m. at
The Bureau of Land Management
435 Montano Road, NE
Albuquerque, NM 87107
Our annual spring show is held in conjunction with the Rio Grande Botanic Gardens in Albuquerque.
Rio Grande Botanic Gardens
2601 Central Avenue NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
Monthly newsletters feature selected orchid genera, orchid history, habitat information, culture requirements, and information about controlling pests and diseases. Color photos accompany the articles and Show and Tell winners are included for all to enjoy.
Monthly, members have the opportunity to expand their blooming orchid collection.
Contact us at 505-880-8326.
Stanhopea tigrina ‘‘Predator‘ opening using timed lapse photography.
Courtesy Vickie and Clark Haskins