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Once it was thought orchid growing is exclusively for the elite, but, with the passage of time availability of planting material especially hybrids, along with information about its cultural requirements have all made it an enjoyable and a profitable venture.

This book introduces orchid to a common man highlighting its special characterstiscs such as captivating flowers and the plant itself with various adaptations and modifications. These detalis are presented in a simple language with suitable pictures. Brief mention about the naming of orchids (Both species and hyubrids) with examples makes an interesting feature even for a common grower. Understanding orchid plant's requirement and providing the same is the key to successful growing. Gereral requirements followed by specific ones for abbout 19 popular genera such as Cymbidium, Dendrobium, pophiopedilum and phalaenopsis are brought out in detail. The interestional trade in orchids have been on the increase world over. Importantce to trade and restrictions as an effecting tool and producation of new hybrids have contributed for major success in orchid trade. Orchid and its habital conservation in totality is a crucial aspect and needs more focus. Some of the doubts arising while growing orchids are addressed in chapter under FAQ.

It is hoped that this book will benefit amateur growers, hobbyisits and commercial growers and institution, in popularising, cultivating and conservation of orchids.