Orchids are extremely beautiful and some of the fascinating species of flowers are facing the danger of extinction. A few of the orchids bloom rarely, generally once or twice a year. A compilation of some of the rare orchids is given below.
1. Cypripedium Reginae
The showy flowers are also known as Pink-and-white Lady’s Slipper or the Queen’s Lady’s Slipper. They are rare temperate orchids found in northern parts of America. The flower is the state flower of Minnesota. The rare species have vanished from much of the areas and has been protected now. It is also the state wildflower of New Hampshire. The stem is hairy in appearance and can cause irritation. The strange structure of the orchid gives it its name.
2. Cattleya Trianaei
The blue species of the orchid is one of the rare species and difficult to find. The beautiful petals of the flower are light lavender in color. The lip of the flower is dark lavender and the orchid has a yellow throat. The flower is very beautiful.
3. Miltonia Spectabilis
The orchid is a warm growing species native to Brazil. The flower is generally deep grape purple and the white form is rare. The flowers are beautiful and attractive.
4. Darwinia Meeboldii
The rare species of orchids are facing danger of extinction and need to be protected. The beautiful orchid has the structure resembling a mountain bell and is thus called so. It is brightly colored and the deep shades of magenta make the flower stunning.
5. Thelymitra Ixioides
These orchids are known as sun orchids since the flowers open fully on warm and sunny days. The leaves are deeply channeled and lance shaped. The bright blue flowers can also be mauve and covered with dark spots. The plants become dormant in summer and flower during spring.
