The difference between Chinese orchid and orchid

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1. Different types

2. Different habits

3. Different cultures

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National orchid and orchid are two major types of orchids. The orchid category mainly refers to plants of the genus Orchid, such as spring orchid, cymbidium, etc., most of which are terrestrial or semi-terrestrial cultivation and can withstand low temperatures. Traditional Chinese orchids refer to the category of orchids. The orchid category mainly refers to tropical orchids, such as phalaenopsis, cymbidium, etc., most of which are epiphytic cultivation and are afraid of cold. Orchids other than national orchids are classified into the category of orchids.

1. Different types

1. Different types

National orchid: National orchid mainly refers to plants of the genus Orchid, such as Chunlan, Cymbidium, Jianlan, Molan, Hanlan, Rabbit's ear orchid, and multi-flowered orchid. , Duzhanchun, Meihualan, Tiger head orchid, etc.

Ocean orchids: Ocean orchids mainly refer to tropical orchids, such as Phalaenopsis (genus Phalaenopsis), Paphiopedilum (genus Paphiopedilum), Cattleya (genus Cattleya), Dendrobium (genus Dendrobium) , Vanda orchid (genus Vanda), Cymbidium (genus Orchid), etc.

2. Different habits

Countries Orchid: Most orchids are cultivated terrestrially or semi-terrestrially, which are grown in potted soil. They are also the most low-temperature tolerant species among orchids.

Ocean orchids: Most orchids are grown epiphytically, using sphagnum moss and bark. They are native to tropical areas, so they are more afraid of freezing.

3. Different cultures

Countries Orchid: The national orchid is actually a traditional Chinese orchid. As one of the Four Gentlemen of flowers, orchids have elegant colors, quiet fragrance, and are often grown in secluded places, so they are given the symbol of a humble gentleman.

Ocean orchid: A category of orchid, actually refers to orchids other than the national orchid. Most of them are native to warm tropical areas. Because of their bright colors and wide variety, they are more popular among foreign flower lovers. With the development of the times, various kinds of orchids have entered the domestic market and become a must-have New Year's Eve flower during the New Year.

2. Different habits

3. Different cultures

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