9 Types of Orchids to Use as Houseplants

[{"selector":"#anim-8d25572f-7072-4be7-af5f-14910566deeb","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":1300,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-c0391fc0-6135-46d0-b3dd-d7d4637a6a75","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-115.58442%, 0px, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":1300,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Aerangis Orchids : Native to Tropical Africa and Madagascar, Aerangis orchids thrive in a well-aerated environment with lots of sunlight and moisture. These elegant plants, with heights ranging from 6 to 24 inches, require part sun and bright filtered light. Learn More Arrow

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[{"selector":"#anim-de662a1a-dada-41d5-ab65-6b67693d75cb","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":1300,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-90fe2413-5d2b-470c-b984-d878e014ae85","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-115.58442%, 0px, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":1300,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Brassavola Orchids (Brassavola spp.) : With their fragrant white or greenish flowers, Brassavola orchids are a delight to grow, especially B. nodosa, known as 'Lady of the Night'. These orchids, native to Central and South America, thrive in bright light and high humidity environments. Learn More Arrow

[{"selector":"#anim-f479d466-f15c-419e-a45d-4d7e0989b438","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":1300,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-973ef1f5-3cf0-4994-960c-373f7f2918eb","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-115.58442%, 0px, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":1300,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Brassia Orchids : Often referred to as spider orchids due to their unique sepals resembling spider legs, Brassia orchids require extreme humidity and warmth for optimal growth. These orchids, native to Mexico and South America. Learn More Arrow

[{"selector":"#anim-9ae4a772-d81c-4416-97f1-7ff7c7e0d65d","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":1300,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-44467532-28f8-4733-b278-994225e43a7b","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-115.58442%, 0px, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":1300,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Catasetum Orchids (Catasetum spp.) : Known for their unusual waxy flowers, Catasetum orchids exhibit male and female flowers with distinct appearances. These orchids, native to Central and Northern South America. Learn More Arrow

[{"selector":"#anim-10d9e947-ff41-4a5a-9292-80a6d013887f","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":1300,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-919b4256-950a-4cd1-9757-b44ae40f8eeb","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-115.58442%, 0px, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":1300,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Cattleya Orchids (Cattleya spp.) : Widely hybridized for a variety of colors and forms, Cattleya orchids feature appealing freckles and streaks. These popular corsage orchids, native to Central and South America, thrive in bright indoor light and prefer watering once a week. Learn More Arrow

[{"selector":"#anim-ba70cb2f-3130-4cba-b887-8a69603328f4","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":1300,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-c5ee8c57-5d2d-4c36-ac5f-c10390855f90","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-115.58442%, 0px, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":1300,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Cymbidium Orchids (Cymbidium spp.) : Known as boat orchids, Cymbidium orchids produce multiple flower spikes for a stunning display. These orchids, native to tropical and subtropical Asia and Australia, require bright diffused indoor light and frequent watering. Learn More Arrow

[{"selector":"#anim-6e3e55a8-9eb7-4046-a314-7273d248d303","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":1300,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-319b1826-f683-4627-a7a2-a0de1f5f03bb","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-115.58442%, 0px, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":1300,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Dendrobium Orchids (Dendrobium spp.) : With over 2,000 species, Dendrobium orchids come in various colors and sizes. These top-heavy blooms require staking and prefer bright diffused indoor light. Learn More Arrow

[{"selector":"#anim-f78be5a6-b1a0-487a-8768-840d283b6da3","keyframes":{"opacity":[0,1]},"delay":0,"duration":1300,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] [{"selector":"#anim-2193d77d-3fca-4275-bf36-20a974a2e30f","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-115.58442%, 0px, 0)","translate3d(0px, 0px, 0)"]},"delay":0,"duration":1300,"easing":"cubic-bezier(0.2, 0.6, 0.0, 1)","fill":"both"}] Encyclia Orchids (Encyclia spp.) : Also known as cockleshell orchids, Encyclia orchids thrive on orchid mounts to simulate their natural epiphytic growing conditions. These captivating orchids, resembling octopuses with dangling petals and sepals, bloom for several consecutive months without fragrance. Learn More Arrow