Orchis - Orchis (Taxonomy, Characteristics, Distribution, Images)

Orchis

These terrestrial orchis have root tubers instead of pseudobulbs. They produce an erect stem. The inflorescence is a cylindrical to globular spike, with yellow, red to purple flowers. They start flowering at the base, slowly progressing upwards. This genus includes 21 species. Orchis is occurring mainly in Europe and Northwest Africa, and ranging as far as Asia.

Scientific classification

Genus

Orchis (Orchis)

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Deciduous

Leaf type

5 - 25 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Images of Orchis

Species

Lady orchid Early purple orchid Monkey orchid Military orchid Naked-man orchid Provence orchid Man orchid Pale-flowered orchid Southern early-purple orchid Male orchid Orchis mascula subsp. speciosa Anatolian orchid

Care Guide for Orchis

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 25 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Orchis prefers stable soil moisture, tolerating moderate drought but should be watered weekly to prevent waterlogging. Regular misting is beneficial, particularly during its active growth season, reflecting its natural humid habitat. Typically cultivated indoors for ornamental purposes, orchis thrives under these conditions.

Propagation: Propagation of orchis involves seed sowing, division, or tissue culture, with success reliant on light, temperature, and well-draining soil. Division is simpler, performed post-flowering by separating healthy pseudobulbs, planting in orchid medium, and maintaining proper watering and humidity.

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