Orchids are native plants found worldwide, from Arctic to southern Patagonia. There are over 30,000 species in the Orchidaceae family. Orchids can be epiphytes (on trees), lithophytes (on rocks), or semiterrestrials (on ground)
Phalaenopsis orchids are popular houseplants with 15-20 year lifespan. They produce multiple flowers lasting 2-3 months. Requires bright, indirect light from south or east window
Blue-flowered orchids are artificial, created by injecting patented blue dye. Less than 10% of flowers achieve blue spectrum on color wheel. Blue-flowered phalaenopsis first introduced in 2011. Blue-dyed orchids require more water and direct sunlight
There are over 28,000 orchid species worldwide, but only about 24 grow as houseplants. Most orchids require bright light and temperatures between 70-80°F. North-facing windows provide insufficient light, west-facing locations are too hot
Over 25,000 types of orchids exist, each unique. Phalaenopsis (Moth Orchid) is the most well-known species. Orchids bloom for 6-10 weeks in various colors and shapes
Orchids are beautiful, long-blooming plants with over 25,000 natural species. Modern cloning allows mass production, reducing cultivation time from 7 to 2 years. Most tropical orchids are epiphytic, growing on trees and stumps