Most of the orchids grown here are epiphytic, that is they grow on trees, and some are lithophytic, or grow on rocks or in crevices. This makes them ideal for growing in containers. Orchids like to be potted on just as they are about to grow.
The family is so large and widely distributed that it is no surprise that orchids exhibit a remarkable diversity of growth forms and survival strategies. Most orchids are either epiphytes or terrestrials, though they may also be lithophytic (grow on ...
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