Orchids, of the Orchidaceae family, are known for having bright blooms and a fragrant scent. The beautiful flowers are known for having structural variations in their blooms. In nature, they typically grow in the tropics on trees and shrubs; however, there are variations that live in grasslands or in forests. They are originally native to regions in Asia and Australia, but today the majority of neotropical orchids are found in Central America, South America, and countries along the Andes Mountains. Orchids are not any average plant, they are diverse and easily distinguishable from others. All orchids are perennials that can grow in two patterns: monopodial and sympodial. Monopodial orchids grow from a single bud and grow vertically. Sympodial varieties produce multiple shoots and grow horizontally. Want to try cultivating Orchids but scared that they are too exotic? Don’t worry - orchid care is not as hard as you may think.
