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Orchids (Orchidaceae family) are the largest and most diverse of the flowering plant (Angiospermae) families, with over 800 described genera and 25,000 species. Some sources give 30,000 species, but the exact number is unknown since classification differs greatly in the academic world. Revisions of different genera occur on a monthly basis and this will increase with the growing use of genetic research and biochemistry. There are another 100,000+ hybrids and cultivars produced by horticulturalists, created since the introduction of tropical species in the 19th century. The Kew World Checklist of Orchids includes about 24,000 accepted species. About 800 new species are added each year. Orchids, through their interactions with pollinators and their symbiosis with mycorrhizae fungi, are considered by some, along with the grasses, to be examples of the most advanced (derived) floral evolution known. __TOC__ Orchids get their name from the Greek orchis, meaning "testicle", from the appearance of subterranean tuberoids of the genus Orchis. The word "orchis" was first used by Theophrastos (372/371 – 287/286 BC), in his book "De historia plantarum" (The natural history of plants). He was a student of Aristotle and is considered the father of botany and ecology.
All orchid species are protected for the purposes of international commerce under CITES as potentially threatened or endangered in their natural habitat, with most species listed under Appendix II. A number of species and genera are afforded protection under Appendix I, including all of Paphiopedilum and all of Phragmipedium. Many other species are protected by both international and national legislation, while hybrids are specifically exempted.
General description
Orchids, like the grasses and the palms, which they resemble in some ways—for instance the form of their leaves, are monocotyledons. They have one cotyledon, or embryo leaf, in contrast to the two of most flowering plants. More on [ Orchidaceae ]
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Some children, like orchids, wilt if ignored or maltreated but bloom spectacularly w/greenhouse care @David_Dobbs http://micurl.com/fztAx
daverendall (David Rendall) Wed, 06 Jan 2010 04:08:36 -0000
Some children, like orchids, wilt if ignored or maltreated but bloom spectacularly w/greenhouse care @David_Dobbs http://micurl.com/fztAx
Chihuly & orchids will add color to all the snow RT @OhioMuseums @FPConservatory: Beautiful orchids are back on 1/9/10! http://ow.ly/SBx2
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Chihuly & orchids will add color to all the snow RT @OhioMuseums @FPConservatory: Beautiful orchids are back on 1/9/10! http://ow.ly/SBx2
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Check out this elegance by @Maria_Luna I love orchids
AprilQuast (April Quast) Wed, 06 Jan 2010 03:27:40 -0000
Check out this elegance by @Maria_Luna I love orchids
http://twitpic.com/wuy3q - I love Orchids. Do you see the little bird in the heart of the flower? She is so beautiful.
LindaLHerbert (Linda Herbert ) Wed, 06 Jan 2010 03:24:12 -0000
http://twitpic.com/wuy3q - I love Orchids. Do you see the little bird in the heart of the flower? She is so beautiful.
Champak Consulting Co., Ltd. - Grower and exporter of dendrobium, oncidium and arananda orchids, anthuriums, heliconias and tropical foliages from Thailand. Includes live plant availability.
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CyberOrchid Co. Ltd. - Grows and provides export of cut dendrobium, mokara, aranda, vanda, and ascocenda orchids from Thailand. Describes packing and shipping processes and includes company profile, catalog and online quote request form.
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Gallup and Stribling Orchids - Hybridizes and ships cut and potted Cymbidium orchids to wholesalers and mass marketers. Includes seasonal, care and handling and plant tissue culture laboratory information.
Peter Zwinkels Orchids - Netherlands-based producer of cymbidium orchids. Features images of the farm, harvesting and packing processes and lists seasonal availability of seedlings and potted plants.
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Princess Thai Orchid - Exporter of cut dendrobium, aranda and mokara orchids from Thailand. Details packing and shipping information.
Siam Flower 1985 Co.,Ltd - Thailand-based grower, exporter and shipper of dendrobium, aranda, mokara, oncidium and aranthera orchids in both cut and potted forms. Features image galleries and quality control information.
T. Tropical Farm Co., Ltd. - Thai grower and exporter of cut orchids, lucky bamboo and dragon fruit. Includes product image galleries.
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Thai-Orchids.com - Broker and exporter of cut and potted orchid varieties from Thailand. Lists species, packing and shipping methods, and includes on-line Quotation Form.
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