One or another person who notices an orchid that is unique in its beauty will undoubtedly stop to admire it, being blinded by the beauty of this flower. There are about 750 types of variations, and approximately 30,000 hybrid models. Moreover, all of them, without exception, have their own characteristics. Plants are known for their grace throughout the world. They are attracted by the hot atmosphere with its significant dampness and temperature changes.
Characteristic
Phalaenopsis belongs to the Orchid genus. The orchid, as an independent species, was first studied by the botanist Karl Ritter von Blumen back in the 19th century. These plants live in the damp plains and high forests of Northern Australia, the Philippines and South Asia. The distinctive features of these flowers can be revealed by their long stem with four large leaves arranged in two rows.
The plant acquired its name from two ancient words phalania opsis, meaning night butterflies, since the flowers of its own type resemble velvety butterflies. There are two main types of Phalaenopsis:
- simple (having a length of up to one meter).
- miniature - not breaking the barrier of 30 centimeters.
Plant trunk perpendicular, often shortened, the leaves are extensive, sparkling and leathery. Plants that tend to branch frequently have large flower stalks with a huge number of leaves.
In good conditions, the lifespan of a flower is usually up to 4 months, depending on the type of Phalaenopsis, and the presence of suitable conditions allows it to bloom 2-3 times a year.
The most unique and chic:
- Calypso bulbous;
- Wanda blue;
- Cymbidium eburneum
- Odontoglossum cordate;
- Habenaria radiata;
- Oncidium is beautiful;
Types of flowers
Exist the following types of orchids:
- Epiphytic - bloom high above the ground in branches. Nutrition is obtained in the form of tiny particles of mineral and organic substances that are present in the air or accumulate in cracks in the bark.
- Lithophytic - grows in mountainous areas on rocks. External roots do not tolerate excess moisture.
- Terrestrial - similar to a larger number of house plants, they are fixed by roots in the soil and take the necessary elements and water from it.
Phalaenopsis
Schiller's Phalaenopsis (Phalaenopsis chilleriana). The only one of the most famous Phalaenopsis, which, by its own type, simply unites all “fans of love” for orchids. Phalaenopsis Schiller contains very fascinating multi-colored leaves that differ in the coating on top. A very unexpected difference in this family is the large number of colors in one peduncle. There was even a case when this figure reached 174. Flowering lasts only a couple of months, but several times a year.
Phalaenopsis amabilis, another name is Phalaenopsis Attractive. It differs from its counterparts in that it has large inflorescences, with twisting branches, on which, as a rule, 15-20 flowers grow, their diameter reaches 11 cm. The tone in most cases is snow-white, with a yellow or pink-purple color of the flower petals . Sometimes you will be able to catch an incomparably attractive scent emanating from this flower.
Phalaenopsis Stuartiana. In single features it contains a very large number of similarities with Schiller's Phalaenopsis. The flower was born in the land of seven thousand islands. The peduncle differs in that it has a special image on the flowers and branches curved in different directions. Snow-white color with reddish spots at the source of the sepals. Amber gold purple lip color. The size of the flowers is unimpressive. This plant blooms in autumn and spring.
Phalaenopsis lueddemanniana. This is a beautiful type that blooms at any time of the year, but has its peak flowering in the winter period from December to March. The flower stalks are considered small because they are arranged together with up to 7 small flowers that bloom in turns. The closer to the center, the brighter the shades. Snow-white flowers with pink-purple and yellow tints are difficult to confuse. There is only one difference - a very luxurious smell.
Pink Phalaenopsis (Phalaenopsis rosea). The only one of the smallest types. In the tropics, such elegance generally begins to increase along river banks. A small peduncle, as a rule, is decorated with 15-20 small flowers, opening alternately in a snow-white and pinkish color. The sepals are elongated and iridescent, with snow-white vertical stripes, possessing three lobes, the tone of which softly shimmers from red to dark pink-purple.
Phalaenopsis sanderiana. It is the rarest and most expensive of the Phalaenopsis. The name of this type will help you remember the name of the famous gardener and great lover of orchids - Sander. The leaves are dark green with multi-colored patterns. Peduncles, as a rule, are large, facing the ground, in opposite formations, which are usually arranged in 50 flowers, with a diameter of 5-7 cm.
Phalaenopsis equestris. The most optimal type of Phalaenopsis for the purpose of popularizing this type is for those who are considered admirers of darkish-lilac and pink-purple tones, since directly enhancing the contrast of one tone will interest various connoisseurs of this plant. The peduncle increases over time and lengthens with the period.
Giant Phalaenopsis (Phalaenopsis gigantea). A very unique type. Obviously by name, it is considered the largest of its comrades from the Phalaenopsis family. From time to time it is called the most beautiful. It acquired the name giant due to its massive leaves, the volume of which reached 90 cm in length. The species is in most cases used for the purpose of crossing. The tone is milky cream, yellow and greenish-yellow, with prominent dark brown and spots or streaks. Considering the gigantic size of the flower, we can say that it is not suitable for home conditions, but it will perfectly decorate any greenhouse with its peculiarity.
Indoor
The following orchids can be grown at home.
Brassia ( Brassia )
Its thread-like petals and sepals give it the most creative outer type among flowers. It is also called spider orchid. The flowers are dull green, ranging in size from 10 cm, with exquisite inflorescences. This plant has a sweet smell, or due to individual taste it may seem unpleasant. The main flowering time is spring.
Cambria
It grows only indoors, so it cannot be found in nature. The flower combines a generic admixture of orchids of three families, called Vuylstekear. Its durable flowers have different shapes and volumes, and large flower stalks need help. The optimal place for growing this plant for flowering is considered to be a windowsill.
Cattleya ( Cattleya )
Cattleya has beautiful transparent waxy flowers with a wavy, picturesque lip. These giant plants are from absolutely all types of domestic orchids, but there are also small ones among them. There are many varieties, as well as their varied palette of colors. To grow them indoors, hybrid types are best as they are easier to grow than others. Flowering lasts approximately three months from spring to autumn.
Cymbidium
Cymbidiums are quite large plants, but over time they were replaced by small varieties with a wide range of colors grown at home. Small flowers are more tolerant of environmental conditions than other species.
Dendrobium ( Dendrobium )
Currently, a large number of types of this flower family have been studied, having different volumes, colors and shapes of flowers. They bloom at any time of the year. Certain subtypes can flower at 10°C, while others require 16°C. Dendrobiums are generally evergreen, but they can shed their leaves after flowering.
Lycaste
The flowering of this flower increases in the summer season, at this time they need constant temperature conditions and require abundant watering. It can be stored in winter, and when the flower blooms, it must be moved to a cooler place. Peduncles have yellowish flowers, located singly, having 20 cm in diameter.
Miltonia( Miltonia )
Caring for this plant is quite a difficult task, and it is better to grow it in greenhouses by specialists. They do not tolerate temperature changes and bloom better in a cool atmosphere. At the moment, hybrid miltonias have been developed that are less capricious.
Odontoglossum
It takes a lot of effort to grow this flower. Since they grow mainly in the mountains, they require cool conditions for their normal existence. They are best grown in living rooms. Low temperatures will only be a plus for hybrid species with striped petals.
Oncidium ( Oncidium )
These plants look very impressive, and in some ways they resemble butterflies. In order for the plant to begin to bloom, it is necessary to maintain the humidity of the room and rid them of abundant sunlight. The flowers resemble cinquefoil, with dark burgundy to greenish flowers.
Phalaenopsis
Their sizes reach up to a meter, but there are also species so small that they cannot reach ten centimeters. But the most important thing is, of course, the flower. Its shape is at the same time unusual and attractive. Some people even compare it to a fairy-tale drawing, which in this case looks like a fluttering moth, a small hummingbird or a dancing man. The inflorescences consist of two or three peduncles in most of these flowers.
Caring for a home orchid during flowering
For long and abundant flowering, an indoor flower must create certain conditions:
Choosing a unique type takes quite a long time. A variety of leaf models, names, and colors will help everyone choose a flower to their liking. It is not for nothing that this plant is a symbol of aristocracy and wisdom. Orchids represent peace of mind, love, beauty and homeliness.
Hello, dear flower growers. Anyone who has ever seen a living orchid in bloom will remain forever captivated by its beauty. Our selection contains popular and rare types of indoor orchids with names and photos. This will help you choose a flower that you will definitely want to grow at home.
Dazzling living beauty
Orchids captivate with their grace and extraordinary tenderness. They are gradually replacing luxurious roses and other flowering plants. What makes home orchids so popular? Aristocratism, graceful silhouette, bright fragrant bouquets.
There are approximately 750 species of this flower. Their names are difficult to remember, but it is easy to highlight the most unusual and best of the best.
The Phalaenopsis orchid was studied by the botanist Blumen back in the 19th century. Their distinctive feature is a long stem with 4 fleshy leaves, and the inflorescences look like butterflies with velvety wings. In good conditions it can bloom 3 times a year.
This species has many varieties.
- Phalaenopsis Schiller has multi-colored leaves with a top coating. It can be distinguished by the large number of colors that gather on one branch. Sometimes there were 174 colors. Blooms 2-3 times a year.
- Amabilis is distinguished by large inflorescences that “sit” on winding branches. Up to 20 flowers grow on them, the diameter of which can reach 11 cm. The snow-white, yellow or pink-purple petals smell wonderful, which attracts flower growers.
- Stewart's Phalaenopsis has snow-white buds with reddish spots. This plant blooms in spring and autumn.
- Phalaenopsis Luddeman blooms at any time of the year, but most luxuriantly from December to March, and spreads an indescribable magical aroma around itself. Snow-white flowers cannot be confused with pink or yellow flowers.
- Pink, has a small peduncle with 15-20 snow-white pink flowers. But the elongated iridescent sepals, endowed with three lobes, have a transitional range from red to purple.
- The Sandera variety is the rarest and most expensive of the Phalaenopsis. The name is given by the surname of the gardener - Sander. The plant stands out with large peduncles looking down. They contain up to 50 flowers in diameter, reaching from 5 to 7 cm. Look at the photo.
- Phalaenopsis equina will suit fans of dark lilac and pink-purple colors.
- The giant one is distinguished by massive leaves reaching a length of up to 90 cm. The color of the flowers is milky cream, yellow and greenish-yellow, with protruding dark brown streaks. Due to the large size of the peduncle, it is difficult to keep at home, but for a greenhouse it is just right.
Other varieties of orchids
Cattleya surprises with its beautiful transparent waxy bouquets. There are many varieties, as well as a varied palette of colors. It blooms for three months.
Cymbidium - takes root well at home.
Dendrobium can bloom at any time of the year. It is not afraid of even not very warm conditions; it can delight with flowering even at a temperature of 10 ° C.
No gardener will refuse to have in his collection this magnificent seedling in the form of a tree with unusual flowers covering the entire stem of the plant. Wild orchids grow on trees or rocks, which is why its name means “tree-dwelling.”
A popular species among gardeners is Dendrobium noble due to low maintenance requirements. This is a rather large plant with fleshy stems, on which dense, oblong-shaped leaves are located in two rows.
On short peduncles, three flowers are formed, whitish-cream at the base and pinkish or lilac at the edges.
The view is very popular among florists - Dendrobium phalaenopsis. It attracts with large flowers, with a diameter of 3 to 8 cm. Each peduncle can accommodate from 5 to 40 white or crimson flowers.
Cambria has durable flowers of varying sizes and configurations. To make the plant bloom profusely, place it on the windowsill.
Mysterious orchids
Collectors are trying to get rare specimens for their collection, among which we can highlight a green space called "Rothschild's Slipper". This is one of the most expensive plants of this species. Its price soars to $5,000.
This rare specimen is difficult to grow, and it blooms only after 15 years. “Rothschild’s slipper” is a flower of incredible beauty, which is why it has such a high price.
A rarity is the Mouth of the Dragon. It grows in swamps and wetlands in the United States, North America and Canada.
solar orchid- the rarest specimen in the world of flowers and pleases with its buds only in warm weather. It grows only on the island of Tasmania.
Hawaiian swamp The orchid is endowed with beautiful velvety petals and pale green leaves.
The bull orchid got its name because of its curled petals that resemble the horns of a bull. Its flowers can be white, green and purple.
The Three Birds Orchid is endangered. These rare flowers bloom in forests, clinging to the trunks of deciduous trees.
Precious orchids are mainly grown by collectors around the world. The appearance of their leaves is more attractive than the flowers.
The incredible resemblance to birds makes one simply freeze in front of the beauty of these plants.
Habenaria radiata in the form of a bird is striking in its resemblance to the elegant “white heron”.
And these graceful snow-white petals of the flower are so reminiscent of the spread wings of a truly magical bird!
The tall peristeria seems to have “sheltered” a tiny dove in its bud, thanks to which it emanates silence and peace.
Because of its unearthly beauty, this flower almost became an endangered species.
Guests from Vietnam
Orchids from Vietnam have become very popular among gardeners due to the beauty of their buds and easy care. But special attention should be paid to planting. If you do everything correctly when planting bulbs, then this exotic plant will delight you with its beauty for a long time.
In Vietnam there are 2 types of seedlings: aerial and ground. Aerial ones grow into tree trunks, while terrestrial ones grow on trash soil.
When selecting Vietnamese plants, choose medium-sized bulbs. Under good conditions, buds will appear only after 4-6 years.
Do you like white flowers? This bouquet will delight you for many years.
Surprise from Vietnam - yellow beauties.
A black flower of rare beauty amazes with its originality and magical appearance.
Caring for miracle flowers
Indoor orchids love a lot of light and moist air. The best place for them is the western and eastern window sill. During the period of active growth, seedlings need abundant watering twice a week. The soil should dry well before watering.
The water from the pan is poured out 15 minutes after watering. During the dormant period, water a little, just to prevent the roots from drying out. Spraying should be carried out daily, but without getting into the axils of the leaves.
From April to September, seedlings are fed 2 times a month with special fertilizers strictly according to the instructions, or better yet, reducing the concentration by 2 times. Transplantation is carried out once every two to three years during the beginning of active growth in special soil.
Dear flower growers, you have already seen that the orchid is an incomparable flower. Above all, he is the personification of peace of mind, beauty and home comfort. Let it appear on your windowsill!
It’s hard to take your eyes off the blooming orchid: it’s simply mesmerizing. This beautiful creation of nature is a member of the large Orchid family, each plant in which is unique.
Orchids: general information
The variety of flowers will be the envy of any representative of the flora: 750 natural species and about 30,000 hybrids. At the same time, all orchids have their own zest. Thanks to the achievements of selection, they saw the light.
Orchids grow on all continents, with the exception of Antarctica. They feel great in the tropics: they like humid air and temperature changes.
Until recently, flower growers were not very fond of this plant. It was considered demanding and unsuitable for home cultivation. Now the flower has consolidated its position: it is found on the windowsills of many homes.
Orchid shapes:
- The most common life form of orchids is perennial herbs.
- Shrubs and woody vines are much less common.
- There are specimens growing almost 1 m.
- There are also miniature varieties, reaching several centimeters.
The genus name is derived from two Greek words meaning “night butterfly” and “resemblance.” Indeed, the shape of the inflorescences of these orchids is like a flock of bright insects.
Description of the phalaenopsis orchid:
- Phalaenopsis is a monopodial plant. It has a greatly shortened shoot.
- Large leaves are hard, wide and shiny, with a pattern in some species. They form a rosette from which an aerial rhizome and long peduncles develop.
- On a branching, arched flower shoot there are about 15 rather large (diameter 5-10 cm) spectacular orchids.
After the last flower falls, the stem is cut a few centimeters above the node to which the lower shoot of the inflorescence was attached. Such actions accelerate the development of the second peduncle. Before the orchid blooms, it is recommended to fix it with a support. – round in shape with a three-lobed lip. Their palette ranges from white to bright pink shades.
There are green, lilac, orange and yellow representatives of the genus.
Orchids delight the eye with colors in all seasons. The plant does not have a specific dormant period: it produces flower shoots several times a year.
Phalaenopsis, which are valued for their exquisite aroma:
- Pleasant (adorable)
- Schiller
- Maria
- Staghorn
- Modest
- Luddemann
- Giant
Phalaenopsis is a genus of orchids with bright inflorescences reminiscent of exotic butterflies.
Wanda - Queen of Orchids
It is found in flat and mountainous areas covered with tropical forests (Sri Lanka, New Guinea, Australia, Asia, the Philippines, the Himalayas, Thailand, Burma, Indonesia, the island of Java). The flower is looked for in the crowns of trees (epiphyte) or on rocky slopes (lithophyte).
The genus name is of Sanskrit origin. The word "vanda" was used by Hindus. The term was established in botany by Sir William Johnson, who applied it to this species of orchid in his published work. Wanda is an elegant aristocrat who is famous for her flowers of a rare shade.
Flower characteristics:
- Under natural conditions, the flower is a large specimen, reaching a height of 1 m. Indoors it does not exceed 80 cm.
- On a strong, erect stem, lance-shaped or cylindrical leaves are arranged in opposite rows. Gray-green long aerial shoots appear from their axils.
- This is where the flower stalks grow from. Each of them has several inflorescences. These are multi-flowered racemes consisting of flat flowers on erect stems. They have a weakly fleshy lip, rounded or narrow petals.
- Vanda is a fragrant, bright orchid. Large flowers come in both variegated and plain colors. Palette – white, pink, blue, purple.
Popular types of vandas:
- Blue. Dark green leaves are located on a strong, erect stem. Long inflorescences are formed by large blue flowers. Each brush contains from 12 to 20 pieces.
- Sandera. Long, belt-shaped foliage. Peduncles throw out pink-white clusters consisting of 10-15 flowers. The sepals have green-yellow veins.
- Rothschild. It blooms all year round, decorating the interior with soft blue orchids with purple veins.
- Chess. The leaves are cylindrical, leathery. The inflorescences are distinguished by a light golden-yellow hue.
- Rolled. The flowers are large, pinkish-white or reddish. The lateral lobes of the lip are yellow at the base, decorated with red dots.
Not a capricious dendrobium
The genus consists of 1600 plants belonging to epiphytes and lithophytes. The name translates as "living in the trees." Its representatives are found on the Polynesian islands, south and southeast Asia, Australia, the islands of the Indian and Pacific oceans, and the Fiji islands. Artificial and natural hybrids are developed based on dendrobiums. In Asia, they are used to produce orchids, which are supplied to the flower market.
Dendrobiums are distinguished by a huge variety of sizes: there are tiny specimens with pseudobulbs (diameter 1 cm) and giants that reach a height of 1-1.5 m. The pseudobulbs themselves of different species differ in shape.
There are plants with 3-5 leaves on the tops of pseudobulbs and completely devoid of foliage. Some dendrobiums shed their green mass at the end of the growing season in the first or second year. Botany knows evergreen species that retain leaves on pseudobulbs for 3-4 years. Racemose inflorescences are lateral and apical. Flowers of different types differ in shape, size and palette. The predominant shade is yellow. Less common are white, green and red. Some orchids have a pleasant scent.
Dendrobium noble and Dendrobium phalaenopsis are especially popular among amateurs. This attitude is caused by the relative behind them.
Other “favorites” among dendrobiums:
- Lindley. A small plant with small yellow flowers.
- King. Height – up to 30 cm. Lanceolate leaves are placed on a rigid stem. The palette ranges from neutral to purple.
- Densely flowered. An erect plant with leaves at the top. The color of the flowers ranges from yellow to orange.
- Parisha. The species is interesting due to the heterogeneous color of the buds.
- Double-humped. The inflorescence contains from 8 to 20 violet-crimson, white or purple-pink flowers.
Dendrobium has gained universal love due to its low maintenance requirements compared to other types of orchids.
Spectacular Cattleya
The orchid, especially prized for its beauty and fragrance, grows in Central and South America. The genus is named after William Cattley, a pioneer in the cultivation of representatives of the Orchid family. This European managed to grow a flower far from its natural habitat, which is where its widespread reproduction began.
The habitat of different species can vary greatly. Some specimens love warmth and high humidity, while others coexist with cacti under the scorching sun. There are cattleyas that use tree branches and trunks as homes. Other species colonize mossy rocks.
Science is familiar with 60 species of cattleyas living in the natural environment.
Also, breeders, through interspecific crossing, gave birth to many hybrids.
All orchids of the genus are divided into two groups:
- The first group includes powerful cattleyas with one leaf in a pseudobulb. The small number of flowers in the inflorescence is compensated by their large size.
- The second group is represented by two-leaf orchids. They are much smaller than single-leaved plants, but attract with more lush inflorescences and a rich palette.
A distinctive feature of all cattleyas is the beautiful shape of the flowers, their rich tone and luxurious texture. The wide, brightly colored lip especially attracts attention.
Famous Cattleyas:
- Ekland. The tiniest orchid in Brazil. The flowers are olive in color with small dark purple specks.
- Percival. The mauve orchid is native to Venezuela. Blooms from December to January.
- Bowring. The most common shade is mauve. The inflorescence is formed by 5-15 flowers with a diameter of 4-5 cm.
- Big. Lavender or lilac inflorescence with purple-violet veins consists of 3-15 flowers.
- Big lips. There are few flowers in the inflorescence. The diameter of each is approximately 15 cm. The palette is varied - from pink to pale yellow.
The popularity of cattleyas among gardeners is explained by their high decorative value and pleasant smell.
Charming paphiopedilum
The second name of the orchid is “Venus’s slipper.” It is formed from two Greek words: Paphos - the island where the goddess of beauty was born and pedilon - sandal. The plant was given this name thanks to its lip, which is very similar to a shoe.
There are 100 varieties of terrestrial or semi-epiphytic flowers in the genus. They are found in China, Laos, India, Vietnam, Indonesia, the Himalayas, Malaysia and the Philippines.
They grow in damp forests, mountainous areas, and at low elevations.
They cover the ground, peek out from rock crevices, and rarely entwine tree crowns. Paphiopedilums do not have pseudobulbs. The plant consists of leaves of different shapes and colors, collected in a rosette. Large flowers of many species remain open for a long time. In different specimens they differ in palette, shape and size. The texture is dense, the surface is shiny or covered with light fluff.
Representatives of the genus are divided into 3 main groups. The classification is based not only on differences in appearance, but also on the characteristics of care. The first group includes plants that love warmth, have variegated foliage and round flowers. The second group included orchids with narrow elongated petals that require coolness. Variegated or green paphiopedilums with a variegated shoe are representatives of the third group.
Breeders have been working with orchids from this genus for more than 100 years. The fruit of their work is thousands of new hybrids. For some species, crossing is not particularly difficult. In nature, there are often plants that appeared as a result of such spontaneous pollination.
Widely known species and hybrids of Paphiopedilum:
- Wonderful
- Sandera
- Nice one
- Horny
- Spicer
- Sukhakula
Orchids have a lip shape resembling a shoe. Flowers from the Orchidaceae family are among the most collected and strictly protected plants in the world. They attract connoisseurs with their beauty, mystery and romantic charm.
More information about the types of orchids can be found in the video.
Most of the orchid flowers belong to the plant family of perennial grasses, and their sizes can range from several centimeters to a meter for individual members of the family.
Orchid flowers, which belong to epiphytes, can grow on stones and rocks, as well as on other plants, where they do not need soil and receive a lot of light.
This was made possible because of their roots. They can be of varying lengths, creeping and erect. Depending on its habitat, with their help the plant is attached to the ground, maintaining a vertical position; participates in photosynthesis; absorbs essential vital substances from the bark. Also found in nature are rare species of terrestrial orchids that prefer a temperate climate.
It is worth noting that orchids also differ in colors. Despite the fact that their shape is unusual and original, there are two types of inflorescences: with a single arrangement or several flowers on stalks that grow along the stem. It is interesting that among orchids there are specimens that surprise with the shape of the foliage and its brightness, for example, makodes or ludizia variegated, although their flowers are inconspicuous. Also, orchid plants have different odors depending on the variety and you can recognize the aroma of lemon, cinnamon and gourmet coffee in them.
You should study the types of orchids in pictures with names, as well as a brief description to understand how to determine the type of orchid . This will allow not only to grow the plant, but also to select optimal conditions for its growth and flowering.
All types of orchids
Orchids are divided into 5 families, which in turn are divided into genera and numerous species:
Apostasis. This group includes nevidia and apostasia, and 16 species of perennial plants.
Cypripediaceae. The genus “Venus’s slipper” brought particular fame.
Vanilla. Includes the vanilla genus.
Epidendral. The most famous: the genus Cattleya, Dactylostalyx.
Orchidaceae. Anakamptis and phalaenopsis are popular.
Among this variety can be noted:
Cattleya lipped. A large flower with petals covered with a layer of wax and a lip-shaped center.
Lycasta fragrant. The spectacular buds are painted in a bright lemon color and are more than 17 cm in diameter. The shoots are up to 25 cm in height.
Darwin's orchid. It has buds of an unusual blue-violet color, which grow up to 3 cm in diameter and are collected in a racemose inflorescence. The leaves are leathery, dark green in color.
Potinara “Burana Beauty”. Blooms throughout the warm season. It has a variegated bud color: yellow-red wavy petals.
Orchid Denddrodium nobile. The plant grows up to 60 cm with flowers with a diameter of up to 7 cm. It It has beautiful flowering and is easy to care for.
Types of indoor orchids
Having dealt with the types of orchids, it is worth noting that not all varieties can be propagated at home. Hybrid species bred as a result of crossing will feel great.
Indoor orchids are divided into two groups:
Monopodial. These include, for example, phalaenopsis. This group is characterized by the presence of an apical bud. Leaves grow from it in opposite rows, so the shoots have an unlimited length. The distance between the rows of leaves varies, as it depends on the type of plant. The peculiarity of the leaves is that they retain water reserves. Their flower stalks are long. It should be noted that after flowering there is no need to remove, and if you prune, new ones appear.
Sympodial. The peculiarity lies in the inflorescences, which can be of two types: apical and lateral. In the first variant, the apical bud dies after reaching a certain size or degenerates into a peduncle, and a new one is formed at its base. In another case, lateral buds appear from the buds located at the base of the shoot.
The stems are characterized by strong thickening and later turn into tubers of various shapes. This is where water and nutrients are found. The most famous species are dendrobium and cymbidium.
Cymbidium orchid species
The peculiarity of cymbidiums is that they have long, leathery, belt-shaped leaves. The peduncles are hanging, usually up to 13 flowers grow on them. Blooms profusely for 10 weeks.
The most famous among them:
Cymbidium Lowe(Cymbidium lowianum) . It belongs to the epiphytes; at the base it has bulbs with a diameter of up to 10 cm. It blooms for only a few months, starting from the end of winter. The peduncle is curved, can reach a meter in length, and bears an inflorescence consisting of greenish-yellow flowers. Their middle is shaped like a lip, with a red spot.
Eburneum, Cymbidium ivory(Cymbidium eburneum). The peduncle reaches only 30 cm, erect. It bears large white flowers. They emit a slight aroma similar to the smell of lilac.
Cymbidium aloefolia ( Cymbidium aloifolium, Cymbidium pendulum). An epiphytic orchid of small size up to 30 cm. It is distinguished by inflorescences that form hanging clusters of flowers with a diameter of up to 4.5 cm. The color of the petals is light yellow with cream or dark red.
Cymbidium giant(Cymbidium giganteum) . The inflorescence produces many buds up to 12 cm in size; flowering is not abundant. A rare species growing in the tropics, it is distinguished by the color of its petals - light orange with a yellow lip and a red spot at the base.
Dendrobium orchid species
The name is dendrobium or “tree-dwelling.” The plant belongs to a variety of orchids, of which there are more than 1000 species, which differ in the color of the petals, the shape of the buds and inflorescences. They have loose elongated leaves, and the roots are covered with a waxy coating. Shoots can be either erect or drooping. It all depends on the size.
Phalaenopsis orchid species
The homeland of phalaenopsis is the tropics, where the climate is humid and warm, so they are whimsical in maintenance. If you purchase hybrid phalaenopsis, you will have to care for them like an ordinary indoor flower. At the same time, they will delight with their bright colors, similar to colorful butterflies.
The following plants belong to this variety of orchids:
Phalaenopsis Amabilis. It is a long-liver whose flowers in the inflorescence open sequentially. There can be even 100 buds on a peduncle, measuring up to 10 cm. It thins out a pleasant light aroma. Since it belongs to epiphytes, its stem is not clearly defined. The leaves are oblong, close in shape to a dark green cylinder up to 50 cm. They are fleshy, and roots form from them. It is this species that is taken to develop new hybrids.
Phalaenopsis pink. This orchid is miniature, as the leaves are only up to 8 cm long and have an unusual color: the top is dark green, the bottom is reddish. Flowers can be of different colors: from white to pink. In the inflorescence there are only 15 flowers with a diameter of no more than 3 cm. They are located on a curved peduncle, which is distinguished by a purple color.
Schiller's phallenopsis. This species is distinguished by the ability to bloom more than once, so in this case flowering can last only a couple of months. If the plant is well developed on the peduncle, there is usually abundant flowering without interruption, up to 200 flowers.
The leaves are of an unusual color: the top is silver-gray interspersed with dark green spots, the bottom has a red tint. The color of the buds is soft pink or purple, with pronounced purple veins.
Phalaenopsis Sandera. The flower is not found often; it got its name in honor of the botanist Sander. On a long peduncle, up to 50 buds grow, arranged in opposite rows. The hard leaves have a dark green color with variegated light spots, like tiger. Long flowering is observed.
Phalaenopsis Stewart. The leaf size is up to 35 cm. This species has a branching peduncle on which up to 60 flowers can grow. The buds are distinguished by original patterns consisting of yellow and red spots. Flowering occurs for several months, followed by a period of dormancy.
Phalaenopsis gigantica. It has characteristic leaves: wide, leathery, hanging down. Their sizes can exceed 60 cm, and in some specimens they reach meter sizes. The buds are round in shape and located on a curved, hanging peduncle, thinning the citrus aroma. The color range of the petals ranges from cream to yellow, with reddish-brown streaks on them. This specimen crosses well with other species and hybrids, and is therefore valued by breeders.
Lüdemann. It has characteristic features - the color of the flower is unusual with chestnut and purple interrupted stripes on a white background, with a bright center, while the petals are not large, characterized by a dense structure. The leaves are light green in the shape of an ellipse. The buds open one by one, and the flowering period occurs in spring and early summer.
