The orchid family is truly immense, with an estimated 25,000 to
30,000 species and over 100,000 varieties bred by horticulturalists. It
is estimated that a further 800 new species are added each year. Orchids
occur in every habitat on the planet, except for Antarctica and true
deserts.
With the possible exception of the rose, no other flower
inspires such wonder or passion as the orchid. Orchids are relatively
promiscuous, which means they inter-breed quite easily and explains
the 100,000 or so hybrids we have today. Despite this huge variety
there are only a handful of orchid types used in floristry – mostly
Cymbidium, Dendrobium (Singapores) and Oncidium hybrids.
Oncidium: Usually found only in dark yellow with brown spots. Each stem
has several branches each containing 10 to 20 open flowers or buds.
Flowers are small (2 – 3 cm) and delicate. All Oncidiums are imported
from Asia.
You can order from us online at www.stannesflorist.com.au call us on 08 9388 8844 or come into our Perth Shop at 111 Newcastle Street, Perth WA 6000
The orchid family is truly immense, with an estimated 25,000 to
30,000 species and over 100,000 varieties bred by horticulturalists. It
is estimated that a further 800 new species are added each year. Orchids
occur in every habitat on the planet, except for Antarctica and true
deserts.
With the possible exception of the rose, no other flower
inspires such wonder or passion as the orchid. Orchids are relatively
promiscuous, which means they inter-breed quite easily and explains
the 100,000 or so hybrids we have today. Despite this huge variety
there are only a handful of orchid types used in floristry – mostly
Cymbidium, Dendrobium (Singapores) and Oncidium hybrids.
Dendrobium: With over 1200 species, this is a large genus with many
native Australian species. Flowers are much smaller and delicate than
Cymbidium, and form sprays of up to 50 flowers per branch. Stems are
short, typically 20 to 40 cm.
The most popular Dendrobium is called the
Singapore orchid, which typically has a dozen or so delicate flowers per
stem in white, purple, pink, green, red or yellow. All are imported.
Order online at www.stannesflorist.com.au call us on 08 9388 8844 or come into our Perth shop at 111 Newcastle Street Perth WA 6000
