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- Scientific family: Orchidaceae
- Number of Species: 22,000
- Seeds of the orchid genus Vanilla are the source of vanilla flavoring
- Taiwan is the largest exporter of orchids in the world
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Orchids are known for their unique and exquisite flowers, and along with Sunflowers, are the largest family of flowering plants in the world. Most orchids are perennials that live in tropical climates and attach themselves to other plants, such as trees.
Orchids are a versatile plant, growing in almost every continent and climate, and advances in horticulture have created more than 100,000 varieties.
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Popular Orchid Varieties
- Cymbidium
- Phalaenopsis
- Cattleya
- Renanthera
- Oncidium
- Coelogyne
- Miltoniopsis
- Odontoglossum
- Zygopetalum
- Paphiopedilum
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Orchids Questions
In which country did the species of orchid originate, from which the vanilla seed pod is obtained ? 1 AnswerVanilla is a flavoring derived from orchids of the genus Vanilla native to Mexico. Vanilla has now been cultivated for centuries and modern versions produce far... read more
Is there a place around Charlotte, NC where I can see a lot of Orchids? 2 AnswersTry the Daniel Stowe Botanical Gardens. It's a short drive from Charlotte and they have an Orchid Conservatory. Here's a map to help you find the way. read more
I wonder where I can buy an Orchid for my room??? Getting ready to go flower shopping to make the yard pretty :-) 1 AnswerAny place with an outdoor garden area should have them. I would try specialized places like Lowe's or Home Depot. read more
Do orchids mean death? i dont know what to get my gran for her birthday tonight? can someone tell me if its the death flower.. 3 AnswersI would be on the safe side and buy her some yellow roses. read more
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Orchid Gardening Tips
- Mahalo's Guide to Gardening
Online Orchid Florists
- Mahalo's Guide to Online Florists
- 1.800.FLOWERS: Orchids
- 1.888.ORCHIDS: Orchids
- Teleflora: Orchid Arrangement
- Orchid Web: Online Orchids
- ProFlowers: Orchids
- FTD: Orchids
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Bummer! One of my Coelogynes I was sure was developing flowers is actually a pseudobulb ... at least it's growing #orchids #orchidelirium
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Cattleyas (pronounced KAT-lee-ah) are among the most popular orchids, and often used as the basis for compariso.. http://bit.ly/6dJP45
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colorful orchids from our lovely Fairchild Botanic Garden Miami, Florida: http://flic.kr/p/7g98dD
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Longing to see dark colored ladyslipper orchids and nestle them into a big bowl of fall fruits and twigs. Oh! That's my Turkey day project!
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