Orchids from HAWAII - 1969:  Tourists are often overwhelmed by the flower power when they first arrive in Hawaii. Anthuriums, ginger, heliconias and, of course, orchids are all in bloom. The plants are so lush and filled with blooms that it’s easy to assume these lovely tropicals have been there forever.  Each of the seven Hawaiian Islands has a nickname, and the Big Island of Hawaii is called the “Orchid Isle.” Yet, there are only three obscure orchid species that originated on the islands. These rarities are found in remote areas, and even well-versed growers have never heard of them.  So how did the name “Orchid Isle” come into being?  It all started around the turn of the century when Chinese laborers arrived to work on the sugar plantations. Some plants arrived with them.  This Photochromatic postcard, mailed in 1969, is in good condition, but there is edge wear.  Mirro-Krome H.S. Crocker. San Francisco.  No. S-128.  Published by Ray Helig's Hawaiian Service.  Honolulu, HA.