Chinese Orchid

Description

• As the National Flower, the plum blossom symbolizes: Three buds and five petals – symbolizes Three Principles of the People and the five branches of the Government in accordance with the Constitution.

• The Chinese Ground Orchid requires damp, well-drained, often enriched, soil and prefers a sheltered site in light shade. It does not tolerate wet soils. This plant may not be reliably winter hardy through very cold winters.

• Most houseplant orchids like bright light, but not direct sun, such as on a north- or east-facing windowsill. They like regular watering and misting, preferably with rainwater or boiled water rather than tap water. Many need to be grown in bark-based orchid compost, rather than traditional houseplant compost.