Dendrobium Orchids
by Sonali Gangane
Title
Dendrobium Orchids
Artist
Sonali Gangane
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
Dendrobium orchids grow on trees and are epiphytes, which means they depend on the tree for structural support but not nutrition. The name orchid originates from the Greek ~orchis~ meaning ~testicle.~ The word ~Dendron~ means ~tree. ~Dendrobiums are one of the largest genera of orchids, with over 1,400 species worldwide. The dendrobium orchid has for centuries symbolized love, joy, friendship,wealth. It has a vase life of 7 to 10 days.
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December 5th, 2013
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