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Orchids
Members of the largest famly of flowering plants, Orchdaceae, all orchids are monocots and have three petals. They are highly prized by horticulturists and florists for their unique coloration and diverse forms, and occur on all continents except Antarctica. With 330 genera and nearly 22,000 accepted species, questions and answers in this category are endless!
366 Questions
What is the fastest growing orchid in the world?
I don't know of any "one" orchid being a real fast grower I have a couple in several different species that grow great when you take care of them properly. For the most part Orchids are only going to grow one to two new plant growths a year.
What is the range of the Pink Moccasin Flower?
East of the Mississippi River is the range of the Pink Lady's Slipper (Orchis spectabilis).
Specifically, the wild orchid ranges as far northeastward as Maine. It may be found growing as far southeastward as Georgia. It grows northwestward to the Mississippi River and across it into Minnesota. It extends southwestward to Arkansas.
Where is the Fairmont Orchid located?
The Fairmont Orchid is located on the Kohala Coast on the island of Hawaii. It is a luxury hotel that is overseen by the Fairmont Hotels and Resorts franchise. The Fairmont Orchid in Hawaii has received acclaimed reviews from numerous sources.
What is the Little Pearl Twist Orchid's habitat?
Moist grassy or wooded land is the habitat of the Little Pearl Twist Orchid (Spiranthes grayi).
Specifically, the orchid can handle meadows or woods. It prefers adequate soil moisture, but does not like waterlogged soil. Each individual plant does not require that much space since the bloom is dainty, the leaves
What is the Round-leaved Rein Orchid's scientific name?
Habenaria orbiculata is the scientific name of the Round-leaved Rein Orchid.
Specifically, the genus is the first part of the binomial, Latin or scientific name. It honors the plant's membership among the wild bog orchids. The species is the second part of the scientific name. It honors the round shape of the plant's leaves.
What is the meaning of a bleeding orchid?
The meaning the Bleeding Orchid is the color of the plant itself. The "blood' is actually the reddish color coming from the plant. This is a unique coloration for an orchid.
Are orchid seeds called beans or kernels?
An orchid seed is very small and is not called anything other than a seed. The orchid seed is found in a pod which would be considered the bean though it is not usually edible. Because the seed is found in a pod and is the part that can reproduce the plant, it could be classified a kernel. This would fit with the dictionary definition but I have never heard it called anything but a seed. The orchid pod that is most common to us is the vanilla bean. You use the seeds as flavoring.
What can you use on your cymbidium orchids for ants and spiders?
I find a mix of 50/50 icing and sugar placed in a soft drink cap does the trick, ants take the mix back to nest and feed the young usual only a day or two to eliminate ants
What is the common name of Calopogon pulchellus?
Grass Pink is the common name of Calopogon pulchellus.
Specifically, this wild orchid attracts attention because of the beauty of its bearded floral lip. It has other common names. Examples of other popular common names include Rose Wings and Swamp Pink.
A bee orchid is any of a group of species of orchids including Ophrys, Ophrys apifera, Cottonia peduncularis, Diuris carinata, and Ida barringtoniae.
What is the Frog Spear Orchid's scientific name?
Habenaria nivea is the scientific name of the Frog Spear Orchid.
Specifically, the binomial, Latin or scientific name honors the plant's status as one of the bog-dwelling orchids in terms of the genus. It honors the snowy white brightness of the flower's bloom in terms of the species. Other common names are Bog Torch and Snowy orchids.
Is there facts about the holy ghost orchid of Panama?
Why does the Holy Ghost orchid grow in warm climates? It grows in warm climates because that is the only way it can grow.
Yes orchids release a chemical that intoxicates bees. no and yes
What to use making fake orchid in a vase?
Artificial orchid flower bunches are readily available in the market in very attractive colors.
