Orchid Conservation

Introduction

The purpose of the British Orchid Council is to promote for the public benefit all aspects of the study, cultivation,breeding and conservation of orchid species and hyvrids, by means of exhibitions. lectures, shows and instructive literature.

Paphiopedilum hangianum is critically endangered in the world. Photo © Chris Barker

Orchid Conservation Register

The Orchid Conservation Register is a joint enterprise between the British Orchid Council and Plant Heritage to record both orchid species and rare hybrids currently in cultivation in the UK. Click on the link below to find out more.

National Orchid Collections

Currently there are 13 National Orchid Collections registered with Plant Heritage. Click on the link below to find out more.