The Ghost Orchid, Dendrophylax lindenii (Lindl.) Benthan ex Rolfe, is a rare, well-known, leafless epiphyte native to south Florida and Cuba.  Because this species is challenging to grow, specimens are often illegally extracted from wild populations (poaching), posing a serious threat to its long-term survival.  The orchid is also vulnerable to periodic hurricanes, and sea level rise from climate change.  Until recently, little was known about the biology, ecology, propagation, and reintroduction of D. lindenii - information that is crucial for effective conservation strategies planned this century.  This paper provides a synopsis of what we currently know based on new information collected the past five years by specialists in both countries.  Based on the collective progress made so far, we are cautiously optimistic that D. lindenii will persist in natural areas in south Florida and Cuba in the years ahead