Orchids are some of the most prized flowers, often given on joyous occasions. Originally associated with wealth and luxury, they now have many different uses and symbolisms, being found in wedding bouquets, flowerbeds, and in gifted floral arrangements. If you are hoping to send orchids to someone you care about, the following guide can provide a quick overview of some of the types of orchids available.

Orchids can be visually striking flowers as the petals and the centre of the flower are often contrasted in colour. For example, many orchids are a light pink colour on the outside, and a deep purple toward the centre. There are several different subgroups of orchids, including cymbidium, vanda, and cattleya. Among these subgroups is a wide variety of colours, shapes, and textures that make orchids one of the most versatile and sought-after flowers.

• Cattleya: The cattleya orchid features a bell-shaped centre with broader petals going outward, sometimes overlapping one another, or separate so that the flower has somewhat of a star shape to it.
• Cymbidium: Cymbidium orchids, also known as boat orchids, are evergreen orchids which can be grown in the winter, making them a popular choice for a houseplant. Though they can resemble the cattleya in appearance, they are sturdier due to the waxy texture of the petals.
• Vanda: These orchids, which are found throughout Asia, have rounder petals than the cattleya and cymbidium orchids. The variety of available colours makes Vanda orchids popular for creating hybrids to be used in cut flower arrangements.

Sending floral arrangements long-distance has never been easier; for example, if you wish to send gifts to India from the U.K., you can easily do so thanks to the convenience of an online service, aryan florist for example. When you do select an arrangement, keep in mind that orchids are one of the most diverse flowers, and their variety makes them a highly popular choice for an array of floral arrangements.