What are the categories of orchids?
Xiaobian will tell you about the classification of orchids and the green plant maintenance experience in understanding the classification and identification methods of orchids. Next, we will share the details.
[Foreword] Orchids: The graceful flowers are graceful and the leaves are long, and the wind is hard to hide the fragrance in the valley. Since ancient times, raising, chanting, painting and writing orchids have been loved by people. There are many varieties of orchids, which can be enjoyed by enjoying leaves, tasting flowers, and smelling fragrance. They are also known as the "Four Gentlemen of Flowers" and are also among the top ten famous flowers in China.
Orchids are known as the flower of gentlemen, and their connotations are upright, upright and refined. But do you know the type of orchids? How to divide it? What varieties are there? What are the characteristics and so on? I cultivate flowers and green plants. Today, I will analyze it with you to understand it.
1. Classification of orchids (1) Classification according to growth habits According to the living habits and lifestyle of orchids, orchids can be divided into three categories: saprotic orchids, epiphytic orchids and terrestrial orchids.
1. There are few types of satellitic orchids and are generally rare. It is mainly distributed in temperate and tropical regions, and mainly grows on the ground. It is difficult for our family to cultivate such orchids.
Because sativorous orchids have no green leaves or chlorophyll, they cannot carry out photosynthesis through light. Its growth mainly relies on fungi to obtain nutrients. The traditional Chinese medicine we know: Gastrodia elata, is the sativorous orchid we can see. Gastrodia elata has no roots or leaves, cannot light, and cannot undergo photosynthesis. It mainly relies on Armillaria mellea to supply nutrients and grow.
2. Epiphytic orchids are also called green orchids or aerial orchids.
Because it is an orchid that lives on rocks, trunks or branches, grows on moss and humus, and does not absorb nutrients in its body. It obtains water and nutrients from the air in the form of aerial roots, also known as orchids for the sake of orchids or aerial orchids.
The second is also called tropical orchids.
Mainly because of its geographical distribution, it grows concentrated in tropical forests and subtropical forests, mainly attached to the surface of its host, so it is also called tropical orchid. Under normal circumstances, the leaves of epiphytic orchids are relatively wide and can be used for photosynthesis; and the flowers are relatively large and colorful, but it is difficult to smell the fragrance; at the same time, the flowers are curved and drooping. Common varieties include: Phalaenopsis, Catlan, Bandai, Vanilla, Dendrobium, Oncidium, etc.
3. Local orchids. Local orchids refer to orchids that grow in the ground soil, so they are called local orchids. Its root system takes root in the ground, unlike epiphytic orchids, which takes root in the air.
Most varieties of local orchids originate in our country, so they are also called China orchids. They are deeply loved by people for their unique color and elegant fragrance. Geo-grown orchids are a large category of orchids. Common varieties include spring orchids, cymbids, Jiancymbids, cold orchids, and cymbids. Its beautiful leaves and elegant flowers make it one of the top ten famous flowers in China. I cultivate flowers and green plants, which will be further introduced later.
(2) Dividing according to regional classification is relatively simple, mainly divided into national orchids and western orchids.
1. Orchid belongs to epiphytic orchids.
As the name suggests, it is aimed at China orchid. It emerged in the West and is loved by Westerners. The main varieties include: Phalaenopsis, Catlan, Dendrobium, Oncidium and other varieties.
2. The national orchid, also known as China orchid, belongs to the local orchid.
We just talked about China orchid, which grows on the ground. It is mainly divided into seven categories: spring orchid, cymbidium, Jiancymbidium, cymbidium, cold orchid, spring sword, and lotus petal orchid. They each have their own characteristics, with elegant charm, delicate fragrance, beautiful plants, beautiful flowers, and are deeply loved by people. So, do you know what habits and hobbies China orchids have? Planting flowers and green plants takes you into the world of orchids and simply analyzes each species.
2. The basic situation of China Lan.
Orchids have a long history in China. It has always been loved by China people. It is associated with plum blossoms, bamboo and chrysanthemums, and is known as the "Four Gentlemen." China orchids are mainly divided into seven categories: spring orchid, cymbidium, Jiancymbidium, Cymbidium, Han orchid, and spring sword and lotus petal orchid.
Of course, these seven categories include many varieties, which may be difficult for some new flower lovers to grasp. Today, let's discuss with everyone about cultivating flowers and green plants.
(1) Spring orchid 1. Spring orchid alias: Spring orchid gets its reputation because it opens in spring. In addition, it is also called grass orchid, Duo orchid, mountain orchid, you orchid, green orchid, pididium orchid, Duoduo fragrance, etc.
2. Main varieties: There are many varieties of spring orchid. Everyone still likes the following five varieties of spring orchid. They are Song Mei, Tang Mei, Heshenmei, linear spring orchid,"Luying" and "Ruimei".
3. Growth characteristics: Look at the leaves. The leaves are relatively narrow, generally about 1 - 1.5 cm wide and 20 - 40 cm long. Each plant has about 4 - 6 leaves, which are semi-drooping, and the edges of the leaves are serrated; second, look at the flowers. The most obvious characteristics: the flower scape is upright, the reed head is small and garden, most of which are one pole and one flower, and few two flowers on one pole; three can bloom. The flowering period is generally from January to March, and it opens around the Spring Festival. The colors are mainly red, green or green and white, fresh and elegant.
4. Main characteristics: Spring orchids: noble, elegant and delicate fragrance, which is the ideal beauty.
Among orchids, spring orchids have the longest cultivation history. They are clear and strong but not turbid, mellow and distant, beautiful leaves, and distant flowers. It can be said that they have all kinds of "fragrance","flowers" and "leaves". Beautiful.
Since ancient times, spring orchids have been symbolized as wealth, luck, and good fortune. Often orchids are used to express aspirations, orchids are used to describe people, orchids are named, and orchids are used as paintings.
What are the categories of orchids?
(2) Cymbidium 1. Other aliases: Also known as China orchid, Jiuzizi orchid, Xiulan, Jiuhua orchid, Jiujie orchid, nine flowers on one path, nine lives on one product.
2. Main varieties: There are many varieties of Cymbidium, and there are many classification methods, such as traditional famous products, latest varieties, origin varieties, color varieties, etc.
Let's mainly look at the traditional famous products of Cymbidium. There are eight old and eight traditional and new.
Among them, the old eight types are: Da Yipin, Shanghai Plum, Cheng Mei, Guan Ding, Pan Lv, Yuan Zi, Ran Zi, Dang Zi, etc.; in addition, there are also the traditional new eight types: Lou Plum, Duan Plum, Cui Mei, Rong Plum, Qinghua Plum, Best Quality, Jiangnan New Best Quality, Cuix, etc.
3. Growth characteristics: Look at the leaves. The leaves are slightly wider than those of spring orchids, which are highly upright and have bright veins. There are 5 to 9 leaves in each tree. The base of the leaves is often folded in half and the section is V-shaped. Therefore, the leaves are highly upright and the leaf edges have thick serrations; Second, look at the flowers. The most prominent features: The scapes are upright, the flower stems are segmented, and there are many flowers on one pole. Usually, the flower diameter is 5 - 6 cm and 5 - 20 flowers bloom. This characteristic is a very prominent place for Cymbidium and the best place to identify.
Third, look at the flowering period. The flowering period mostly blooms around the Qingming Festival, and blooms from March to May. Its color is mostly light yellow green, with a pure aroma and refreshing feeling.
4. Main characteristics: "Hui" refers to the center "Hui Heart" of China orchids.
"Huizhilan Heart" refers to the plant Cymbidium. As a national second-class key protected wild species, Cymbidium is the center of orchids in China.
Huilan is brave and heroic, combining hardness and softness. Its posture is slim and graceful, and its fragrance is fragrant. Huilan is the most cold-resistant and drought-tolerant, making it one of the best choices for friends.
(3) Jianlan 1. Alias names of Jianlan: also known as Four Seasons Orchid, Junhe Orchid, Qiu Orchid, Xionglan, Jianhui, Qiuhui, etc.
2. There are many main varieties of Jianlan. The common ones include: Golden Little Child, Xiaotaohong, Yinbian Dagong, Lvmei, Xiahuangmei, Junhe, Yipinmei, Hongyipin, Guangdeng Huangmei, Wuyue Kirin and Emei Xian, etc.
3. The first growth characteristic is leaves. The leaves are wider and shorter than those of spring orchid and cymbidium, in a strip shape and slightly shiny; the leaves are generally 2- 6, the leaf length is generally 30-60cm, and the leaf width is about 1- 2.5 cm.
The second is flowers. The scapes are upright, with many flowers on one stem and gorgeous flowers; there can be 5 - 10 flowers on one stem, with a flower diameter of 4 - 6 cm, and the petals are slightly curved inward. The third is the flowering period. The flowering period is from May to October. The color is usually light yellow green, with a fragrant taste and a tangy aroma.
Sometimes, if you don't distinguish Jianlan carefully, it's really difficult to distinguish it from Huilan. The larger and more obvious difference is the key point: the length of the bud. Jiancymbidium is less than 1/3 of the length of the flower stalk and ovary, while the length of the bud of Cymbidium can exceed 1/3 of the flower stalk and ovary.
4. Main characteristics Characteristics of Jianlan: Strong nature, vigorous plants, thick and long roots, lush flowers and leaves, and beautiful color.
Jianlan is drought-resistant but not cold-resistant. It blooms in midsummer and is often a good place for balconies, living rooms, study rooms, etc. The plants are fresh and elegant, with fragrant fragrance, making people feel more peaceful. Its growth is green and straight, and its posture is beautiful, which makes people intoxicated.
(4) Hanlan 1. Other aliases.
Cold orchid is also called winter orchid because its flowering period opens from October to January in winter, so it gets its name.
2. Main varieties.
There are many types of cold orchids, usually classified according to the color of perianth. There are mainly green cold orchids, red cold orchids, purple cold orchids, and purple cold orchids.
3. Growth characteristics.
One is the leaves.
Each cold orchid plant has about 3-7 leaves, with a leaf length of about 40-60cm and a leaf width of about 0.8- 1.5 cm; the leaf type is band-shaped, with strong upright nature, and teeth are rarely seen on the edge of the leaf; the leaves are thin leathery, dark green, slightly shiny and flowers.
Hanlan also has many flowers on one pole. There are usually 5-12 flowers on a flower stem; the scape is upright and higher than the leaf surface, the petals are short and wide, mostly yellowish green; and the lip of the cold orchid is relatively long, with spots or stripes, and the midvein is purplish red; the lip is usually in a reversed state, which is more obvious.
The third is flowering period.
The flowering period of cold orchids is in the cold winter season. It usually starts in October and ends in January next year. It has a strong aroma and is cold-resistant and drought-tolerant. Therefore, he got his good name: Hanlan.
4. Main characteristics.
The flower type of cold orchid is different from other orchids. Its flowers are relatively thin and slender; the colors are colorful and changeable, the fragrance is clear and mellow for a long time, the posture is beautiful, free and generous, and it is even more popular among people.