Orchids Plant Care

Orchids Classification Overview

Orchid Plant Family Classification Overview by OrchidPlantCare.info

About 140 species of orchid are native to North America, usually as bog plants or flowers of moist woodlands and meadows. The orchid family is classified in the division Magnoliophyta, class Liliopsida, order Orchidales. The family of monocotyledonous plants has evolved from prototypes of the lily and amaryllis family and is noteworthy for the wide variety of its highly specialized and curiously modified forms. Epiphytic types have a stem swollen at the base to form a pseudobulb (for food storage) and pendulous aerial roots adapted for water absorption and sometimes containing chlorophyll to make photosynthesis possible. In terrestrial types a symbiotic relationship often exists between the roots and filamentous fungi (mycorrhiza). Horticulturists have found that the presence of certain fungi is necessary for the germination of the minute seeds. Orchid pollen occurs as mealy or waxen lumps of tiny pollen grains, highly varied in form.

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Growing Orchids Indoors

Growing Orchid Plants Indoors Overview by Orchidplantcare.info

Orchid plants have become increasingly popular and are now common in many garden stores and nurseries. If you want the plant to continue growing after bloom, and bloom again in future years, choosing the right one is key. Another important orchid growing factor is the culture, which is a bit different from most other indoor plants.

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Growing Orchids Outdoors

Growing Orchid Plants Outdoors Information Overview

Properly selected and cared for, orchid plants can be among the showiest and most exotic of all garden or patio plants. There are many areas throughout the southern and central United States where temperatures for a good portion of the year are compatible with the needs of many orchids. Some coastal areas are nearly frost-free year round and make perfect climates for growing orchid outdoors. In these areas, with some protection from excessive sun, wind and rain, lovely orchid plants can be successfully cultivated and cared for on the patio or as a part of the landscape. In frost-free areas, the plants can be left in place all year. Where frost or temperatures below 40º threaten, plants can be brought into the home to be grown on windowsills, under lights or on an unheated patio where the coldest temperatures are avoided. The trick is in selecting orchid plants that are already adapted to your particular area. It is also a good idea to consider some basic care and culture needs of the orchid plants.

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Orchids Care & Culture Overview

Orchid Plant and Flower Care and Culture Overview Information

Information about the care and culture of orchid plants and flowers including ideal light, temperature, humidity, water, soil and planting beds, potting media and fertilization.

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Popular Orchids - Oncidiums

Popular Oncidium orchids choosen for beautiful full blooms and ease of maintenance and care.

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Blooming Oncidium Orchids

Information about specific blooming conditions of Oncidium orchid plants and flowers including ideal light and shade, temperature, humidity, air circulation, water, soil and planting beds, potting medium, feeding and fertilization.

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Blooming Equitant Oncidium Orchids

Information about specific blooming conditions of Equitant Oncidium orchid plants and flowers including ideal light and shade, temperature, humidity, air circulation, water, soil and planting beds, potting medium, feeding and fertilization.

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Blooming Noble Dendrobium Orchids

Information about specific blooming conditions of Noble Dendrobium orchid plants and flowers including ideal light and shade, temperature, humidity, air circulation, water, soil and planting beds, potting medium, feeding and fertilization.

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