Orchid Varieties

How many varieties of orchids are there

According to incomplete statistics, there are 800 genera and more than 20,000 species in the Orchidaceae family, making it the second largest plant family in the world. There are countless of them, visible and invisible, those grown at home, and those in tropical rain forests! It seems huge, but it is still very clear if you break it down.

Classification of orchids

Epiphytic orchid

It mainly lives on tree trunks or branches, grows on mosses and humus, and is concentrated in tropical areas, so it is also called tropical orchid. Common varieties include Cattleya, Vanda and Dendrobium.

Saprophytic orchid

It does not have chlorophyll and cannot carry out photosynthesis, and mainly relies on fungi to absorb nutrients. There are fewer species of saprophytic orchids, which are mainly distributed in temperate and tropical regions and are rarely cultivated in households. However, the Chinese medicinal herb Gastrodia elata is a saprophytic orchid.

Terrestrial orchid

Terrestrial orchids are a large category of orchidaceae and are also a traditionally cultivated variety in my country. Common varieties include Chunlan, Huilan, Jianlan, Hanlan, and Molan.

Complete list of orchid varieties and pictures

There are many ways to classify orchids, by season, by flower shape, by leaf shape... Today we will classify them by appearance:

Cymbidium

If we talk about the most beautiful one, it must be the Chinese orchid. The flowers are beautiful and elegant, like a modest gentleman, and it has a reputation of being more beautiful than just looking at the flowers. Let’s take a look at what kinds of orchids there are.

Chunlan has the longest cultivation history among orchids and is also one of the most popular varieties. Chunlan is also called Duoduoxiang and Youlan. Its fragrance is so profound, who can not love it! Since ancient times, spring orchids have been praised as a symbol of beautiful things. Parents are named after orchids, flower stands are painted with orchids, and poets use orchids to express their aspirations. The tall and refreshing fragrance of spring orchids has long been deeply rooted in people's hearts.

Cymbidium: This is the plant that has the best quality of orchid. As a national second-level key protected wild species, it is one of the more cold-resistant varieties.

Jianlan: It has a strong nature, luxuriant flowers and leaves, and is unpredictable. Plant Jianlan in a high-waisted flowerpot, and it will grow tall and green, looking vigorous and energetic. The flowers of Jianlan bloom in midsummer, and the cool breeze brings bursts of fragrance, making people feel quiet.

Cold orchid: The flower shape of cold orchid is different from that of other orchids. Its flowers are thin and long, symmetrical and elegant. It seems that cold orchid is more in line with the aesthetic vision of contemporary people. Its tall stature and slender leaves have won it many admirers.

Orchid of the Chinese Zodiac (Molan): One of the most popular orchids today, especially in Taiwan, it has entered thousands of households and is the main ceremonial flower for interior decoration and giving to relatives and friends. The New Year orchid blooms around the Spring Festival every year, adding to the festive atmosphere for people.

After talking about Chinese orchids, the second place in terms of appearance is of course the famous products. I am not talking about material things. They must have high appearance and not lose their temperament, and the standard for judging temperament is value.

Famous orchids - the Four Heavenly Kings of Spring Orchids

Songmei: It is said to have been selected during the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty. The flowers are plum-petal-shaped, and each petal is relatively round, and sometimes can bloom into lotus-shaped narcissus petals. Songmei is a variety of Chunlan and is listed among the four famous varieties of Chunlan. The other three are Jiyuan, Longzi and Wanzi.

Song Mei

Circle

Dragon

Wan Zi

Famous orchids - Eight new species of cymbidium

There are eight main famous varieties of Cymbidium, including the old eight and the new eight. As time progresses, let us appreciate the new eight.

Duanmei

Old best

Green calyx

Qinghuamei

New best

Cui Mei

Lou Mei

Rongmei

Orchid General Goods

Multi-flowered orchid: It usually blooms in summer, with a flowering period of 3 to 4 months. The flowers are reddish brown and have no fragrance.

Jasper Orchid: The flower is as its name suggests, a small jade with yellow-green petals and a dot of red in the center.

Beautiful orchid: It mainly grows in moist weeds or on rocks. Its light pink petals and dark purple stamens are particularly dazzling in such an environment.

Snow orchid: an epiphytic orchid that mainly grows on tree trunks or rocks. It is distributed in China and India and has great ornamental value.

Spotted Tongue Orchid: This variety is very easy to identify. The three petals are light yellow and the bud in the middle has light purple spots. People with trypophobia can’t stand it!

Oncidium: Also known as dancing orchid. It is said that when Soong May-ling visited the White House, she fell in love with this flower at first sight. Because the shape of the petals resembles the Chinese character "吉", it was named "吉祥的Orchid".

Dendrobium: It is both a medicine and a flower. Because of its peaceful and amiable temperament, it is known as the flower of father.

Phalaenopsis: The most notable feature is the thick white aerial roots. The flowers that flutter like butterflies are also loved by flower lovers and are known as the "Queen of Orchids".

A rare orchid

After seeing too many normal orchids, there are actually magical species growing in corners of the world. They look different, but they are also orchids.

Angouleme: Who would have thought this was an orchid.

Fei Ya Lan: If I give you a pair of wings, you can really fly to the sky!

Angel Orchid: A little girl in white clothes waving wings.

Pigeon orchid: Newly born baby pigeons.

Egret Orchid: A line of egrets fly into the blue sky.