Is orchid and phalaenopsis the same thing or not? Although the orchid is very beautiful and attractive, but it requires special care, but Phalaenopsis is perfect for novice gardeners to grow at home.
Both plants, with due care and the creation of optimal conditions, will for a long time please the eye with beautiful flowering. The article will talk about these two colors, what is the difference between them and what are the similarities.
Definition and biological description
Orchid is a perennial herb.. It is divided into two groups: terrestrial and epiphytic. The main habitats are South America (tropical forests) and South-East Asia. The flower belongs to the orchid family. There are more than 30 thousand species.
Virtually all of them have spineless simple foliage, which has a thick leathery texture. The flowers consist of three outer and three inner petals. One of them is called - lip. This is a key part of the flower, which plays a major role in pollination.
Phalaenopsis is a genus of epiphytic flowers., distributed in Australia, South and East Asia and the Philippines. It grows only upwards. In height can reach 50 centimeters. The leaves of this species are thick and leathery, evergreen, some phalaenopsis are famous for their marble foliage patterns.
Aerial roots growing among the leaves have a light green color. The flowers look like a butterfly. Shades are the most diverse, from light pink to dark purple. They have 6 petals, among which there is a so-called "lip". It is important at the time of pollination. Flowering is observed from 2 to 5 months.
What is the difference between them?
For growing at home, phalaenopsis is better suited as it is less whimsical.- Orchids have both small inflorescences and large ones, in contrast to phalaenopsis, which has only large flowers.
- Phalaenopsis can bloom several times a year.
- The foliage of both plants also varies. In orchids, it is pointed at the ends and long, while in phalaenopsis it is long and round.
- In order for the orchid to feel comfortable in the apartment, temperature drops must be present.
- Phalaenopsis easily tolerates high humidity, unlike the second representative.
For growing at home, phalaenopsis is better suited as it is less whimsical.The main feature of phalaenopsis is that it has no tuberidia or false bulbs. Grow, he can only on the bark of trees, because he needs support.
Is there something in common?
- Moisture accumulates in the leaves of both plants.
- The foliage of these species is elongated.
- The main need for moisture and light.
- Watering is done only by immersion.
The table of similarities and differences
| Title | Similarities | Differences |
| Orchid | The leaves are long. All species require a special soil mix. | Heavier soil. Plants is terrestrial. It does not tolerate direct sunlight. Flowers are small and large. Pointed foliage. Temperature drops are required. |
| Phalaenopsis | Long foliage in which moisture accumulates. | Flowers only large. The foliage is semicircular and dense. Loves moist air. It blooms for a long time and several times a year. Tuberidium is absent. Growth - monopodial. The substrate is needed for support. This plant belongs to epiphytes. The soil should be light. Unpretentious content. |
Conclusion
Both those and other types of plants amaze with beauty of blossoming. When acquiring a particular type, you can be sure that it will bring pleasure. but to keep the plant happy, you need care depending on its variety.
