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58 Landscape Architect and Specifier News the environmental threats they face within the nine unique zones of this cool-moist conservatory. The mist of the waterfall refresh visitors, just as it does the plants. High in tropical mountains plants absorb the abundant rainfall, releasing the water gradually to create a constant, long-lasting supply for the flora below. The mountain is densely planted with a mixture of orchids, delicate ferns, a dazzling variety of colorful bromeliads and begonias, and even carnivorous pitcher plants. All of these plants are epiphytic—meaning they 50-63.indd 58 2/26/14 4:52 PM