Lan flowers: Symbolism on Tet holiday, characteristics, growing and caring tips

Orchids are known as a type of flower that exudes sophistication and elegance, with various orchid species each having their own dominant color. Today, let’s explore the meaning of orchids!

1 What are orchids?

What are orchids?

Orchids are known as a type of flowering plant that belongs to the Orchidaceae family, which is a monocotyledonous plant belonging to the Orchidaceae family, orchids are distributed in many places around the world due to hybridization and grafting.

Orchids are epiphytic plants, hanging and floating on other woody plants. The shape of the leaves varies greatly, from succulent leaves to thin leaflets. There are six petals on the outside, of which the three outer petals are sepals, usually with the same color and size.

Orchids are distributed from 68° North to 56° South, meaning from near the North Pole like Sweden, Alaska, to the southernmost regions, concentrated in tropical regions, especially Southeast Asia.

In addition, there are an additional 100,000 hybrid varieties added by gardeners in Europe and North America.

According to research, orchids originated from Brazil and became popular in the early 19th century when they were discovered and cultivated by British botanist William. And then, this flower has attracted people with its elegance and attractive colors.

2 Types of orchids

Turtle Shell Orchid

Turtle Shell Orchid

With its unique name, the Turtle Shell Orchid has two main colors, purple and light yellow, with many hairs on the petals and tongue, emitting the scent of jasmine, and red stripes on the tongue. The stem is covered in layers of lime-like powder, so it is called “lime orchid.”

Turtle Shell Orchid with two main colors, purple and light yellow

Dragon Orchid

Dragon Orchid

Known as a flower with white petals sometimes tinged with pink, twisted petals and leaves, the lip of the flower is curled like a funnel, and the lip throat is golden. The flower stem is 20-50cm long, with the lower part smaller than the upper part, with a shiny yellow ridged groove, soft and pointed leaves.

Dragon Orchid with white petals sometimes tinged with pink, twisted petals and leaves

Orange Orchid

Orange Orchid

This is a popular and sought-after type of flower in the flower market. The single orange flowers have orange petals and sepals and a light orange lip, connected to dark orange veins. The leaves are narrow, and the flowers have a characteristic fragrance similar to a pencil and wax.

Orange Orchid in a pot

Up-dotted Orchid

Up-dotted Orchid

Up-dotted Orchid is considered a popular orchid and is most commonly planted today because this species’s flowering season blossoms during Tet and has a faint, pleasant fragrance suitable for decorating for the holiday. The Up-dotted Orchid has a dominant purple color with intermittent white, creating a unique attraction.

Up-dotted Orchid in a pot

Dance Orchid

Dance Orchid

The Dance Orchid grows on branches of other trees. Its stem can reach up to 1.2m long hanging down. The leaves are opposite, with a length of 8-12cm and a width of 4-7cm. The orchid flowers are large, up to 10cm long, blooming from 1-3 flowers at the nodes where the leaves have fallen, blooming during Tet. The flowers have two main colors: pink purple and white, as well as light pink, dark pink, white petals with purple tongues,…

Phoenix Orchid

Phoenix Orchid

is a popular favorite, the flower has white petals with occasional yellow and purple hues, and the petals and leaves unfold beautifully.

Phoenix Orchid in a pot

Purple Orchid

Purple Orchid

Purple Orchid (Vanda Orchid) was first found in tropical forests in Southeast Asia and Australia. Purple orchids belong to the herbaceous family and grow by attaching tightly to the trunks of other trees in deep forests or on steep cliffs.

Nowadays, after the hybridization and domestication process, purple orchids can be grown in gardens as ornamental plants.

Purple Orchid has two types of stems, multi-stemmed and single-stemmed. The orchid stems have swollen pseudobulbs to store water to protect against hot, dry weather, and the swollen pseudobulbs have a shiny green color.

The orchid is a self-nurturing plant, so the leaves of the plant grow properly. Orchid leaves also have a shiny green color on the upper surface. The underside is darker and rougher. Orchids usually grow in clusters of 3-4 flowers.

Purple Orchid usually grows in clusters of 3-4 flowers

Each type of flower has its own unique beauty. In particular, the orchid flower is considered as a flower of the royal family, the queen of flowers. Purple orchids symbolize the beauty of strength and independence as well as enchanting charm.

Lily Orchid

Lily Orchid

also known as four-sided orchid, the origin of lily orchids is planted in various tropical regions of the Americas and now specifically Vietnam and the world in general lily orchids are also widely planted.

Lily orchids have a bulb-like shape like an onion bulb, which is a cluster of roots and many other auxiliary roots and is approximately the same size. The stem and leaves of the orchid are erect and upright, about 50 to 70cm tall and hollow inside, and the leaves are thick, narrow, flat, and long.

The lily orchid plant grows similar to an onion, each plant produces 2-5 large flowers at the top. Lily orchids can exist in two forms, growing in the soil and living in a hydroponic environment.

Meaning of Lily Orchid

With various colors and beautiful shapes, lily orchids are always planted by nature lovers to decorate their green spaces. Planting different colored lily orchids will make your home more vibrant, elegant and create a better highlight for the Tet holiday!

3 Meaning of orchids during Tet

Symbolizing wealth and prosperity

According to the feng shui of the East, it is best to choose soft, diverse colored flowers with fresh green leaves to bring wealth. The Orchid Ohchid has met these criteria. At the same time, the colors of the Orchid create a positive and vibrant atmosphere, heralding a new year of prosperity and luck.

Purple Orchid

Symbolizing elegance and abundance

According to research, in England, orchids symbolize royalty, while in Japan, they are synonymous with wealth. In Vietnam, they represent luxury and elegance due to their gentle colors, soft stems, and delicate fragrances. However, they also represent the warmth and abundance of the beginning of the year.

Phalaenopsis Orchid

Spiritual significance

Flowers and humans are seen as one entity. A lucky and happy life will be achieved if orchids are well cared for, nurtured, and vice versa. This is the practical experience passed down by many experienced flower enthusiasts. Alwaye care and pay attention to orchids to receive good things for the new year.

Purple Orchid

4 Where to buy Orchids? How much do they cost?

Where to buy Orchids? How much do they cost?

With the increasing demand to buy orchids in the market, choosing a reputable, affordable place to buy orchids in Ho Chi Minh City has become a problem for many people. Pay attention to large, reputable addresses and participate in groups to hear the experiences of people who have bought and played with orchids, especially for beginners.

Currently, orchid prices on the market vary greatly, ranging from around 250,000 to 300,000 VND per branch.

5 Beautiful Orchid Images during Tet 2023

Phalaenopsis Orchid

Orchid wall resembling butterfly wings

Orchid booth for Tet 2023

Blue orchids with stunning colors

Chung Orchid in a beautiful wooden pot

of traditional Vietnamese festivals and the shared article contains all the information about this special flower. Try buying and taking care of orchids to receive good things. Besides, there is also a need for other types of flowers to make Tet more complete.