Orchids

Boisduval Scale, Diaspis boisduvalii Signoret (Insecta: Hemiptera: Diaspididae)

Adriana Espinosa, Heidi Bowman, Amanda Hodges, and Greg Hodges

Orchid Pollination Biology

Haleigh Ray and Wagner Vendrame

Orchid Insect and Mite Pests in South Florida

Doug Caldwell and Twyla Leigh

This publication presents information on the most common and damaging arthropod pests of orchids. It is based on literature review and interviews with local nurseries in the Ft. Myers and Naples, Florida, area as well as with local orchid club members. Orchids are one of the most popular plants in the ornamental realm. Extension agents and Master Gardeners need information to help address client questions about orchid ailments and orchid pests.