The easiest way to distinguish between Phalaenopsis and Dendrobium is to start from the appearance. At first glance, as a kind of Dendrobium, Dendrobium butterfly is not as good-looking as Phalaenopsis, but it is easy to make mistakes simply from the appearance.
If carefully observed, there are some differences between the two in the middle sepals and lip Petals: the middle sepals of Phalaenopsis are large and round, if compared with Dendrobium, it will be found that the middle sepals of Phalaenopsis are small and sharp, with obvious differences in appearance.
Look at the lip again. The lip of orchid is also called the "tongue" of orchid. The lip of Phalaenopsis can be divided into two whisker like tentacles, which look like a butterfly, while the Dendrobium does not have such whiskers. In addition, the pistil column and side sepals of Phalaenopsis are connected, while the Dendrobium is separated, which is also quite different.
The difference of growth environment between Phalaenopsis and Dendrobium is not small.
Dendrobium butterfly, as a kind of Dendrobium, grows mainly on herbaceous plants and does not grow alone. In the wild, it is often found on the trunk of the forest and the rocks under the trees. If you don't know it, you will be surprised to think that you have found the orchid
In contrast, Phalaenopsis is much more delicate and requires a higher environment for growth. It mainly grows in high temperature and humidity River areas or coastal forests. If you see a "Phalaenopsis" on the rocks under the trees, you must be "mistaking Dendrobium as a gentleman".
In fact, the biggest difference between Phalaenopsis and Dendrobium is not in appearance and growth environment, but in its own value.
As a member of Dendrobium, Dendrobium candidum can not only be used as an ornamental, but also as a kind of medicinal material. Its "relative" Dendrobium candidum is already a member of traditional Chinese medicine medicine box. In addition, the Dendrobium itself is full of colloid that can be used as a base for skin, so many cosmetics will contain these cosmetic ingredients. At this point, the Phalaenopsis can't be compared with the Dendrobium.
