Does Phalaenopsis have seeds?

1. Reasons

Phalaenopsis belongs to the genus Phalaenopsis in the family Orchidaceae, order Asparagales, class Angiosperms. As an angiosperm, it must have seeds. However, since it requires specific insects to pollinate in order to produce seeds, it is generally cultivated artificially.

Moreover, the seeds of Phalaenopsis, like other orchids, do not have endosperm and are difficult to germinate. They must rely on a specific fungus to provide nutrients after being infected to form a symbiotic relationship.

2. Seed propagation

There are two main methods of seed propagation. One is natural sowing, which is to sow the seeds in the flowerpot of the parent plant, and to add the symbiotic bacteria required for seed germination. The second is aseptic sowing, which is to soak the mature capsule in 75-90% ethanol or chloroform solution for 2-3 seconds, then use 5-10% bleach solution, soak for 5-20 minutes, repeat once, and then maintain on the culture medium. When 2-3 leaves appear, put it in the pot.