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Orchidaceae Family: The Ultimate Guide to Orchids Botany

The Economic Botanist2 months ago5 days ago05 mins

This article explores the Orchidaceae family: defining traits, diversity, evolution, and importance. “No group of plants has captivated human imagination quite like the orchids—masters of beauty, deception, and evolutionary innovation.”— The Economic Botanist You may know orchids as elegant houseplants or exotic flowers in tropical gardens—but the Orchidaceae family is far more than ornamental beauty. It…

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The Economic Botanist4 months ago7 days ago08 mins

Scientific name: Vanilla planifolia Jacks. ex Andrews Family: Orchidaceae Vanilla is more than just a flavor—it’s a fascinating plant with a rich history, unique biology, and so many ways to use it, especially in cooking and health. In this Plant Compendium entry, we’ll explore everything from how vanilla grows to why it’s so prized in your kitchen and…

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