Buying Angraecoids from overseas

[JC Espinosa]

I am interested in getting some more unusual Angraecoid species. I have found an overseas source. I would like to hear members' experience with purchasing orchids across international borders.

JC in Miami

[Island Girl]

I think you would need an import permit, first, and you would have to meet the nursery's minimum order requirement. But, I have never imported plants, so you should wait to hear from ppl more experienced in this area, or talk to the nursery itself.

[King_of_orchid_growing:)]

Originally Posted by Island Girl

...you would need an import permit, first, and you would have to meet the nursery's minimum order requirement...

+ CITES and Phyto Cert, and USDA/APHIS shipping labels.

Good times.

[JC Espinosa]

Sounds daunting. King, have you tried to import orchids? I am going back to the website and practice my high school French to see what they say. Thank you for your answer.

[King_of_orchid_growing:)]

I just imported some plants from Germany. The plants came in a few days ago.