Orchid
FamilyOrchidaceae
Also called orchids
Connections
Fact sheet
every fact quoted from its source“perennial, herbaceous” — Orchid: Plant Care & Growing Guide
“bright, indirect light; a south- or east-facing window is ideal” — Orchid: Plant Care & Growing Guide
“Watering should be infrequent yet thorough, ensuring moisture without waterlogging.” — Orchid Life Cycle: Clear Explanation of Growth Stages and Care Tips - My Gardening Zone
“5–11 (USDA)” — Orchid: Plant Care & Growing Guide
“In many parts of the world, the juices and extracts from the flowers, leaves, and roots are used medicinally or cosmetically” — Types of Orchids: 47 Different Orchid Varieties With Names and Pictures
“some are better as indoor houseplants, while others prefer to be outdoors” — Types of Orchids: 47 Different Orchid Varieties With Names and Pictures
“Scale, mealybugs, and fungal rot—identify and treat the most common orchid attackers.” — Common Orchid Pests and Diseases (Expert Guide)
Where this comes from
- Name and place in the family tree: GBIF Backbone Taxonomy (CC BY 4.0)
- Fact sheet: 6 source pages, read and quoted by the OmniGrowers Librarian