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Orchids - Precious Flowers and Beauty

In the kingdom of flowering plants, orchid rule the emerald Earth.Of over 25,000 species found worldwide, Malaysia is home to some 850 species in the peninsula and another 2,500 in Sabah and Sarawak.

To obtain such abundance, orchids are opportunist that grow in high altitudes and high in the forest canopy, along the coastal plain and among rocky ravines, with most either creeping or climbing on sturdy trunks and intertwined among long branches. A few even survive on limestone rocks and in the moist shade of the jungle floor.

Flowering Blooms

Generally when orchids blooms, inflorescence formed that may produced single to many flowers, sequentially or in mass. For sympodials, inflorenscence can arise from terminal (ancient) and/or abaxial(modern). some even arise from rhizome, as in some Bulbophyllum. Monopodials orchids have flower buds that are rotated 180 before opening, mechanism known as resupination. Not all orchid flowers resupinate. To trace resupination, one can simply observe the longitudinal line of an ovary of a flower and detect whether there was a twisting before. Otherwise as a rule of thumb, assuming the upright configuration of an orchid flower is to have the lip at the bottom of the flower, an erect inflorescence with upright flowers are resupinated, while pendulous inflorescence with upright flowers are non-resupinated.

Flowering is an exciting topic; different orchids require different triggers for flowering. Inflorescence may whither away after one floweing, or continue on for some numbers of flowering. For the former, a longer time may be needed (not in all cases) for flowering because it includes time for inflorescence development. For the latter, inflorescence initiation may be dependent or independent of triggers. Inflorescence development may not necessary follow by flowering. When the right triggers arrives, the inflorescence can produce bloom in a short time.

"Pigeon Orchid"-------->

One of the most popular triggers for flowering is the drop temperature brought by rainfall, after which many orchids will bloom. These include those from Dendrobium, Flickingeria, Thrixspermum, etc. The most popular example is Dendrobium Crumenatum, or commonly known as the 'pigeon orchid', that will bloom exactly 9 days after a torrential rain form its dormant inflorescence that seems lifeless. Its flowers are fragrant but only last for a day or less. Flowers of Thrixspermum and Flickingeria also last for less than a day. Another example is Dendrobium anosmum that responds to low temperature brought by rainfall but its flowers can last for several days.

Orchids-Wild Beauties

Unique and Uncanny

Wild orchids plants are usually much smaller than their commercially grown hybrid counterparts.

Wild orchids are an amazing artistic display. The spectacular array of colors, patterns and sizes has evolved over millenia to make them more attractive to small insect pollinators and to take advantage of specific habitats.

The flower structure of orchids gives them their character. Some are tiny and singular; others are elongated with numerous blossoms. The tiger orchid, the world's largest at up to 3m, is random but magnificent sight of hundreds of hefty yellowish flowers pockmarked with maroon blots. In other species, the flowers are delicate little blooms less than 1cm wide.

Orchids can last for weeks or just a few days. One species opens its flowers at dawn and by noon, shrivel away. Orchids are also noted for their odorous offerings.

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Orchids Classification

All orchids belong to the Orchid Family, Orchidaceae (or-Kid-ACE-ee-ee). Orchids are divided into two basic growth types: monopodial and sympodial. Monopodial orchids have a central stem which grows continuously from the tip. Flowers are produced from the stem between the leaves, usually alternately from side to side. Phalaenopsis orchids are a good example. Sympodial orchids, such as cattleyas, laelias and paphiopedilums, possess a rhizome which sends out a shoot. This develops into a stem and leaves and eventually produces flowers. In time, from the base of this growth, a new shoot develops and so on in a continuous cycle. The buds are often, though not always, protected by a sheath.

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The mid section of stems of sympodial orchids are often expanded into water-storage organs called pseudobulbs. These vary greatly in size and shape, ranging from tall and pencil-thin to bulbous and onion-like. The leaves vary too, some being soft and folded like a fan, others thick and leathery. The roots of epiphytic orchids have an outer layer or corky cells called velamen, which protects the thin, living cortex within. These adaptations allow orchids to absorb water and nutrients rapidly from raindrops, but protect roots, stems and leaves from water loss during dry periods. Most orchids are adapted to conserve water and should be cared for as such.

Different Species of Orchid

"himalayan-orchid"

"Buttercup Orchid"

Mountain Orchids

These Orchid can only be found in Borneo, Sabah.

Jejewoodia jiewhoei

paphiopedilum rothschildianum

Paraphalaenopsis labukensis

Phalaenopsis amabilis

Cleisocentron merrillianum

Slipper Orchids

Do you know why this orchid called "Lady Slipper Orchid"?

Well, when you see these orchid, you will understand why it is called "Lady Slipper".

It has this cute interesting lips just jutting out. This is made up of the lower petals formed together that made it look like it's a small slipper.

Skipper Orchids come in many colors. The blooms can be dark red, pink, maroon, pink and green. Many spot stripes.

This orchid known as Paphiopedilums. It seems that Paphiopedilums comprise of 2 groups, one having marbled leaves and thrives in warm climate while the other type thrives on cooler climate. They usually grow under trees, shaded by other taller vegetation. They are quite adverse to light, so if you are growing one, it might do well for you to put them under the shade. "

Link Information And Connection

American Orchid Society: Designed to offer an online introduction to the art and science of growing orchids, as well as a timely reference.
ORCHIDS.COM join us for orchids timeless beauty, passion and charm: Online catalog of orchids.
Orchidaceae - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: Orchids (Orchidaceae family) are the largest and most diverse of the flowering plant ... Many neotropical orchids are pollinated by male orchid bees, ...
Growing Orchids: Orchids belong to the most diverse family of plants known to man. There are over 880 genera, 28000 species and well over 300000 registered cultivars ...
The Orchid Mall - Everything in Orchids: THE Portal for starting your World Wide Web surfing for orchid related material. A comprehensive, continually updated index of orchid Web sites, ...
Welcome to Orchids By Hausermann On-Line Orchid catalog.: Orchids By Hausermann's - we are the oldest and largest orchid grower in the midwest.
Welcome To Linda's Orchid Pages: For the beginning or advanced grower. Offers culture information, orchid identification with an online encyclopedia with photographs and a variety of other ...
Andy's Orchids - Orchids Species - Orchids - Species Specialist ...: Offers a variety of species orchids including Bulbophyllum, Paphiopedilum and Dendrobium. Mounted orchids are a speciality.
Orchids: Orchids to grow indoors as flowering house plants. Moth orchid (Phalaenopsis), Cattleya, and Dendrobium. Planting, potting soil mix, containers, watering, ...
Orchids Help and Information: Learn more about orchids. New content is added weekly including orchid culture, miniature orchids, tips, basics for beginners, and photo sites.
Orchids from 1-800-FLOWERS.COM: One Dozen Dendrobium Orchids Arranged in a Vase. $59.99. Available Same-Day. Dendrobium Orchids in Trumpet Vase. $79.99. Available Same-Day ...
Orchid Care-How to Grow Orchids: Information on growing orchids, with extensive photo gallery. Emphasis on slipper orchids.
ORCHIDS ASIA- ASIAN ORCHIDS MAGAZINE & COLLECTIBLES RESOURCE: The horticultural information pages on orchids of the asian region.

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Book and information about Orchids

Understanding Orchids: An Uncomplicated Guide to Growing the World's Most Exotic Plants

by William Cullina

Amazon Price: $26.40 (as of 07/09/2008)

The Practical Encyclopedia of Orchids: The Complete Guide to Orchids and Their Cultivation

by Rittshausen

Amazon Price: $23.10 (as of 07/09/2008)

Orchidelirium

by Harold Feinstein

Amazon Price: $31.50 (as of 07/09/2008)

Taylor's Guide to Orchids: More Than 300 Orchids, Photographed and Described, for Beginning to Expert Gardeners (Taylor's Guides)

by Judy White

Amazon Price: $25.00 (as of 07/09/2008)

Flora's Orchids

Amazon Price: $37.77 (as of 07/09/2008)

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