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 wild forest orchid It is estimated that 3,000 (10 percent) Of the world's 30,000 orchid species, are believed to be endangered in their natural habitats. 02> Some orchids have resting periods of upto four months at a time, while others have so short a rest it can pass unnoticed. A resting Orchid may discard part or all of its foliage at the commencement of its resting period, or it may retain all its foliage. Most of the orchids suitable for indoor cultivation are evergreen and retain their foliage for several years. They usually shed one or two leaves at a time from the older bulbs. Provided the bulbs remain plump when resting, there is no need to give water, but should shrivelling occur, particularly in the younger bulbs, one application of water is usually all that is required.

03> Orchids vary tremendously in size and shape, and small and compact plants can be found to fit most windowsills. For sunrooms, there are large growing varieties, which require good-sized tubs and grow into enormous plants, 1ft or more across and producing flower spikes over 3ft tall. Many small species will grow in indoor growing boxes.








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