Orchid Flowers - Pictures of Flowering Orchid species

Orchid Flowers are some of the most spectacular and popular flowers in the world. Many are fragrant and some may be valued for the sheer beauty of the flower alone.

The photographs included are intended as a guide to different orchid species commonly grown in the UK. They will also help the beginner in identifying different orchid species and cultivars

Orchids are used extensively for floral displays, weddings and an orchid bouquet is a popular accessory on many formal occasions. Flowers from cymbidium orchids, phalaenopsis, orchids and other species are all popular. We present photographs of orchid flowers from a number of different species to help provide an understanding of the variety available.

ORCHID FLOWER PHOTOGRAPHS

Orchid Flowers from the Cymbidium Orchid Species

Cymbidium Orchid Flowers have 5 pointed waxy petals and bloom from late winter to spring

Orchid Flowers from the Masdevallia Orchid Species

Masdevallia Orchids are a cool climate 'easy going' orchid with colorful flowers.

Orchid Flower of the Paphiopedilum Orchid Species