orchids

Chronicles the 1994 crime story of John Laroche, a plant dealer who teamed up with three Seminole Indians to steal rare orchids from a southern Florida swamp with the intention of having the orchids cloned to sell to collectors; examines the ramifications of the case, which concerned a wide variety of groups, including environmentalists, Native Americans, and orchid enthusiasts.

Looks at many types of orchids, examining their structure and environment.

Describes the history of orchids, various types of the exotic flower, and how they are cultivated.

Describes the largest family of flowering plants, the orchid, focusing on habitat, international varieties, pollination and germination, breeding and cultivation, and threats to its survival.

Benny the parrot, an amazing bird with the ability to read, has everything a bird could want, until he has to share his owner's attention with a rare flower.

A young girl faces the life-or-death challenge of saving her homeland from destruction.

Describes the habitat, parts, pests and diseases, and varieties of orchids.