A compilation of online orchid references that will help you identify your orchids care needs. Where does is it found in nature? What are Its natural temperature and light tolerances?  Is it fragrant?  Find out here.

Did those taxonomists change your species orchid's name again? What is the parentage of your hybrid?  Has your hybrid been officially registered (makes writing name tags easier!).

Thriving online message boards/forums, fully searchable and replete with experienced orchid growers willing to share their knowledge.

General interest magazines and scientific journals

Others have already done it.  Here are sites where the site authors have already compiled lists of helpful resources.