CouldThisHappen?
@couldthishappen.bsky.social
Science/tech writer, professional plant fanatic (esp. orchids), space enthusiast, sci-fi geek, probable cylon, ice hockey fan, tree-hugger, animal lover, and lecturer of writing / rhetoric at Boston University. www.joellerenstrom.com
One of my favorite orchids (macodes petola). It's blooming, but it almost doesn't matter. These leaves are just beyond. #gardening #orchids
September 5, 2025 at 6:03 PM
One of my favorite orchids (macodes petola). It's blooming, but it almost doesn't matter. These leaves are just beyond. #gardening #orchids
Macodes petula, or the lightning bolt jewel orchid, is one of my absolute favorites. It's currently flowering, but the flowers can't compare to the leaves. Orchids, I tell you. Every day, every time, they're simply amazing.
August 10, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Macodes petula, or the lightning bolt jewel orchid, is one of my absolute favorites. It's currently flowering, but the flowers can't compare to the leaves. Orchids, I tell you. Every day, every time, they're simply amazing.
in case you were worried that scientists and/or the media aren't focused on what's important.... (from the Guardian)
February 1, 2025 at 12:58 PM
in case you were worried that scientists and/or the media aren't focused on what's important.... (from the Guardian)
Valid excuse for lack of productivity, right?
January 14, 2025 at 7:15 PM
Valid excuse for lack of productivity, right?
I resolve to appreciate orchids even more in 2024. My plant friends, at least one of which is in bloom all the time, make that pretty easy! 3 more flower spikes on other orchids forthcoming, too. #orchids
January 2, 2024 at 2:36 PM
I resolve to appreciate orchids even more in 2024. My plant friends, at least one of which is in bloom all the time, make that pretty easy! 3 more flower spikes on other orchids forthcoming, too. #orchids