Genus and species of watercress
Microspecies suborder Orchidaceae orchid
Distribution of Douban orchid
Most areas in the south of the Yangtze River can be planted, of which Yunnan is the main planting area. Yunnan's watercress has won the special gold award of China Orchid Expo.
Morphological characteristics of Douban orchid
The leaf shape is semi vertical or erect, with strong uprightness. The leaf edge is slightly serrated. The leaves are clustered and linear. The leaf veins are obvious and transparent, without petiole ring. The leaf sheath is not tight at the waist, and the petals are like peeled beans. Therefore, it is named Douban orchid. It has three cleft lips and is thick. The edge of the petals is slightly sharp or blunt, and there is basically no fragrance. Douban orchid has long flowering period, good petal shape and gorgeous flower color, which has attracted the attention of many flower friends.
Growth habit of watercress
Douban orchid is not picky about the growth environment. It can grow in warm rooms, hillsides, valleys and gullies. The selection of soil is not strict. It can grow on red soil, calcareous soil and humus soil. The suitable growth temperature span is large, 15-35 degrees, and the flowering period is from December to march of the next year.