orchid

     

Orchiaceae, also called the Orchid family, is the largest family of the flowering plants (Angiospermae). Its name is derived from the genus Orchis.

Trivia about orchid

  • On display in May is the spider type of this very popular ornamental flower, seen here
  • A species of this beautiful tropical flower is classified as vanilla planifolia
  • Natural vanilla flavoring comes from this tropical flower
  • Examples of this exotic flower include Snakemouth & Lady's Slipper