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A large dragon sculpture made from plants, covered in colourful orchids, in the princess of wales conservatory at Kew

Immerse yourself in orchids

  • Darwin's Orchid: What pollinates this unusual flower?

    Journey into the Princess of Wales Conservatory to meet a mysterious orchid with a unique history.

  • Leopard orchid

    Discover the leopard orchid, which is found across the tropical and central regions of Africa and is popular in both traditional African medicines and the collections of orchid fanatics.

  • Pollination tricks of the orchids

    Learn about the cunning ways that orchids lure insects in to pollinate, from petals that resemble lonely bees to having ultra-specific shapes that only attract one pollinator species.

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