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Orchids are a large and ancient family
flora. They are found on all continents
besides Antarctica, there are more than 25,000 species in the world,
orchids make up 10% of all plants on our planet.
Orchids are the same age as dinosaurs
The first representatives of this family appeared
on Earth long before the extinction of the dinosaurs.
In addition, genome and distribution analysis
of this family indicates that that their common ancestor may have survived the extinction of the dinosaurs.
This is also evidenced by pollen
orchids, found in amber aged 50 - 55 million years.
Numerous types of orchids are characterized by different odors -
from exquisite aromas to the stench of rotten meat. This is due to
Another feature of orchids is that not all species can
supply insects with nectar, that's why they come up with
various mechanisms to attract them. One of them
is the use of food instincts, plants
emit odors that should attract pollinators