AMAZING ORCHIDS

Some orchid species bear flowers that resemble bees, flies and spiders; hence, they were commonly named Bee Orchids, Fly Orchids or Spider Orchids. These orchids can be found in Europe, Asia and Africa. Most Ophrys orchids are dependent on symbiotic fungi. Here are some of the prettiest and unusual-looking bee and fly orchids.

1. FLY ORCHIDS

Fly Orchid, is a species of orchid and the type species of the genus Ophrys. It is native to Europe and favors sites with alkaline soil. The name arises because it resembles a fly, being totally dependent on flies and bees for pollination. The plants use scent to attract male flies, which pollinate the flowers as they attempt to mate with the flower. The scent released by the flowers mimic female fly sexual pheromones.

Fly Orchid.

Interesting Facts About DAFFODILS

Daffodils which symbolize friendship are a popular spring flower. There are over 50 species of daffodil. They are a constantly recurring perennial flower that often bloom in clusters. Here are some interesting facts about these beautiful flowers :-

1. There are over 25,000 varieties of daffodils and they come in yellow, white, orange and even a peach/pink shade.

2. All parts of the daffodils are poisonous. "William Wordsworth" had written a beautiful poem on these Flowers.

3. The sap of daffodils can be damaging to other flowers. If you’ve picked them to display in a vase with other flowers, then it’s best to leave them in water on their own for at least 12 hours, before mixing them together.

Interesting Facts About LOTUS

Lotuses are found in white and pink colors in general and they grow in shallow and murky waters. The floating leaves and Lotus flowers have long stems, which contain air spaces to maintain the buoyancy. Here are some interesting facts about these beautiful flowers :-

1. According to Egyptian mythology, the Lotus is related to the sun, as it flowers at the day hours, and closes by night. Lotus is even believed to have given birth to the sun.

2. The Lotus flowers, seeds, young leaves and rhizomes are all edible. Lotus stem is eaten almost in all parts of India, and pickled too.

3. Different parts of the Lotus are also utilized in traditional herbal medicine of Asia.

Interesting Facts About LILY FLOWERS

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Lilies form an important group of flowering garden plants, and are important culturally and in literature in much of the world. Some species are sometimes grown or harvested for the edible bulbs. They comprise a genus of about 110 species in the lily family. Here are some Facts about these Amazing Flowers :-

1. Lilies are believed to have been under cultivation longer than any other ornamental flower, having existed in gardens 3,000 years ago.

2. Lilies are found in nearly all parts of the world. In fact, it is one of the most common flowers found in the continent of Europe.

3. Nearly all the white lilies are scented. But the tiger lily is an exception as it has a sweet scent.

4. In Chinese language, it symbolizes 'being forever in love'! It also stands for good luck in the Chinese culture.

Interesting Facts About SUNFLOWER

Sunflower is an annual plant native to the Americas. It possesses a large inflorescence (flowering head). The sunflower got its name from its huge, fiery blooms, whose shape and image is often used to depict the sun. Here are some interesting facts about these amazing flowers :-

1. The sunflower resembles one huge flower, but actually a single sunflower head hosts hundreds of tiny flowers called florets. The heads consist of 1,000-2,000 individual flowers joined together by a receptacle base.

2. The sunflower's name is believed to have originated from the connection of the plant to the sun, both in looks and behavior. At a glance, the sunflower does indeed resemble the sun. Second, the sunflower actually tracks the sun's position in the sky.

3. Sunflowers are grown for their edible seeds and are enjoyed by many as a delicious, nutritious snack. Sunflower seeds can be eaten directly as they are or roasted.

4. More than sixty different varieties of sunflowers can be found in the world. Out of all these, the most common one is bright yellow, with dark brown centers filled with seeds.