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.
Popular Orchid Varieties
- Cymbidium
- Phalaenopsis
- Cattleya
- Renanthera
- Oncidium
- Coelogyne
- Miltoniopsis
- Odontoglossum
- Zygopetalum
- Paphiopedilum
Orchid Gardening Tips
- Mahalo's Guide to Gardening
Orchid Retailers
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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References
Fast Facts
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Scientific family
Orchidaceae
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Number of Species
22,000
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Fact:
Seeds of the orchid genus Vanilla are the source of vanilla flavoring
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Fact:
Taiwan is the largest exporter of orchids in the world
