Orchids: botanical portraits

For centuries, the orchid family (Orchidaceae) has held a special place in the hearts of botanists and collectors. With over 25,000 species spread across six continents, their remarkable taxonomic diversity — which manifests itself in dazzling variations in colour, form and adaptations — makes them one of the most coveted living treasures.

Robbie Honey, a floral designer, photographer and plant enthusiast, invites readers to explore the complex and often surprising world of orchids. This book presents, in colour, some of the world’s most exceptional orchid species, accompanied by notes explaining what makes each one botanically significant or unique.

An artistic photographic approach reveals the structure of each flower, highlighting the patterns, proportions and shapes through a deconstructed perspective, allowing for an in-depth and unprecedented study of each flower’s morphology.