How Long Do Orchids Take to Respawn in RDR2?
The Lady of the Night orchids are involved in the stranger mission Duchesses and Other Animals with Algernon Wasp. If some are picked before this mission starts, they will respawn upon starting the mission. Essentially, you cannot collect the required quantity prior to receiving the mission request.
For regular herbs, 3 in-game days was usually enough to get them to grow back. Some orchids will eventually stop spawning until you reach the part of the Duchesses mission. I never needed to wait for exotics to grow back but I assume it would be the same. You need to get rid of at least one orchid in your satchel for them to spawn again.
Yes, they respawn after 3 days I think. Your best bet is to just keep advancing the time in the game to about a week or so and then looking at all 10 locations again carefully.
Top Locations to Find Rare Orchids in Red Dead Redemption 2
Here are the top locations to find rare orchids in Red Dead Redemption 2:
- Ghost Orchid: This exotic plant is primarily found around southern Bayou Nwa, particularly nearby and south of Shady Belle. It has wiry, white petals and thin leaves. Key locations include:
- Between Shady Belle and the shoreline
- A high concentration in the delta immediately southeast of Shady Belle
- Available during the Duchesses and Other Animals quest, with 10x spawn locations. However, only five are required to complete the quest.
- To optimize gathering, collect any southernmost Clam Shell orchids while harvesting Ghost orchids.
- Acuna’s Star Orchid: This valuable plant grows around trees, mainly found on the eastern coast of Bayou Nwa, Lemoyne.
- Cigar Orchid: Identified by its bright yellow petals, this orchid is located in Bluewater Marsh, Lemoyne, growing off other plants and trees.
- Clamshell Orchid: Recognizable by its dark purple petals with bright yellow streaks, it can be found in Bayou Nwa and Scarlett Meadows, Lemoyne.
- Night Scented Orchid: This exotic plant is located in the southernmost reaches of Lemoyne. It is highly valued by collectors and botanists.
- Additional information on Ghost Orchid: The Ghost Orchid grows only in shaded areas and can occasionally be found along the trunk of a tree or on the ground. Persistently using Eagle Eye while riding through the area will help locate it. There’s a particularly high concentration of Ghost orchids in western Bayou Nwa, specifically between the “B” of Bayou Nwa on the map and the Kamassa River. There are only ten spawn locations in total, one being directly north of the Bayall Edge shack, right along the waterfront of a small lake.
What to Do with Rare Orchids After Collecting Them in RDR2?
After collecting rare orchids in Red Dead Redemption 2, players can utilize the following steps and information:
- The Rare Orchids Order is one of the notes available in the game. You can acquire it from the wall of any post office after completing the stranger mission ‘Duchesses and other Animals’.
- Be cautious: after completing the stranger mission, do not save and load the game before taking the note. If you save and load before taking the note, it will disappear for unknown reasons.
- The order will not come in the mail; hence, don’t wait for a letter. Simply head to a post office to find it posted on the wall.
- Once you’ve completed this mission series, you can sell your rare orchids by mailing them after taking the note.
- The Rare Orchids Order will appear in the ‘Notes’ section of your satchel once you’ve picked it up. The poster is located outside one of the doors of the Saint Denis post office.
- Additionally, players may find the order across from the room/bath menu at Van Horn on previous playthroughs after completing the Exotics Quest, allowing them to mail any leftover orchids.
Collecting all types of orchids presents several benefits:
- Completionist Satisfaction: Completing your orchid collection showcases your dedication and exploration of the game world.
- Unlocking Trophies/Achievements: Depending on your platform, you may earn trophies or achievements for collecting all types of orchids.
- Selling for Money: Orchids can be sold to collectors for a decent amount, providing funds for purchasing supplies or upgrading your camp.
- Crafting Ingredients: Certain crafting recipes necessitate orchids as key ingredients, enabling players to create unique items that enhance the gameplay experience.
Finding orchids can be a fun and rewarding challenge. To optimize your collection effort:
- Understand the different types of orchids and their preferred locations.
- Utilize your Eagle Eye ability.
- Explore thoroughly and consult online resources.
The satisfaction of discovering these rare and beautiful flowers is well worth the effort.
