Moth Orchids, LR9A1515-2
Phalaenopsis orchids are one of the most popular flowering houseplants in the world. They have had a meteoric rise in popularity over the last 20 years due to their exquisite beauty, falling prices and wider availability. Phalaenopsis orchids are often known as Moth Orchids. Phalaenopsis orchids were actually named after the Phalaena genera of moths, as they were thought to look like moths in flight.
So really the name phalaenopsis means the moth-like orchid.
The Phalaenopsis amabilis or Moon Orchid is one of the state symbols of Indonesia, chosen for its beauty, it is a symbol of international pride. Quite a number of other countries around the world also have orchids as their official flowers.
Moth Orchids, LR9A1515-2
Phalaenopsis orchids are one of the most popular flowering houseplants in the world. They have had a meteoric rise in popularity over the last 20 years due to their exquisite beauty, falling prices and wider availability. Phalaenopsis orchids are often known as Moth Orchids. Phalaenopsis orchids were actually named after the Phalaena genera of moths, as they were thought to look like moths in flight.
So really the name phalaenopsis means the moth-like orchid.
The Phalaenopsis amabilis or Moon Orchid is one of the state symbols of Indonesia, chosen for its beauty, it is a symbol of international pride. Quite a number of other countries around the world also have orchids as their official flowers.