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How to Grow Terrestrial Orchids - Chikanda

Terrestrial Orchids are also referred to as ground orchids. They are orchids that grows on the ground rather than clinging to stones or trees. Most orchids are epiphytic, i.e. they grow on trees or in some cases rock surfaces. They use their roots to attach themselves to a tree or a rock. Most people think about epiphytic orchids when they think about orchids. This is understandable considering that many of the most popular types of orchids including Phalaenopsis and Cattleya are epiphytic orchids. Chikanda, a local traditional delicacy made from orchids Terrestrial orchids can however be just as interesting and just as beautiful as epiphytic orchids. There are more than 200 species of terrestrial orchids. This might sound like a lot but the orchid family has more than 28 000 recognized species. Less than 1% of all orchid species are terrestrial. Introduction to Terrestrial Orchids Pseudobulbs are common on both terrestrial and epiphytical orchids. Different terrestrial orchids hav