Top 20+ Most Beautiful, Easy-to-Grow Wild Orchid Species

Share the top 20+ most popular beautiful orchid species today such as Phalaenopsis orchids, Dendrobium orchids, Dancing Lady orchids, Crane orchids, Purple Cymbidium orchids, Cymbidium orchids,...

Orchids are one of the flowers with luxurious and elegant beauty and are loved by many bonsai players. Currently, among thousands of orchid species with different shapes, colors, fragrances as well as rarity, it must make many of you have a headache not knowing which type is most suitable for you, right?

Therefore, in today's article, let's join wild orchids to learn about the top 20+ most popular beautiful orchid species that meet the criteria of beautiful, popular, easy to grow, with a characteristic fragrance, to the most expensive mutant lines to choose the most satisfactory flowers.  

Most popular beautiful orchids

Below are some of the most popular beautiful orchid species today that we want to introduce to you. We guarantee that just mentioning the names of these flowers, almost all orchid growers will know, let's find out right away. 

Phalaenopsis Orchid

A beautifully decorated Phalaenopsis orchid pot.

When it comes to orchids, most people probably think of Phalaenopsis orchids, right? Yes, this is indeed a very beautiful and luxurious orchid, known as the "queen of orchids". They possess a graceful beauty with soft petals shaped like butterflies with diverse colors, from pure white, luxurious yellow or loyal purple,...

Not only does it have an impressive beauty, but Phalaenopsis orchids also carry many good meanings such as luck, prosperity or lasting love. Phalaenopsis orchids also have a gentle fragrance and the ability to keep flowers fresh for months, so they are always the first choice for orchid lovers. 

Dendrobium Orchid

A Denro orchid line with a very charming purple-pink color.

Dendrobium orchids are one of the largest orchid genera with over 1,000 different species, originating from Asia, especially Southeast Asia. In Vietnam, Dendrobium orchids are very popular and widely grown because they are easy to care for, can bloom all year round and the flowers last a very long time. 

Dendrobium orchids come in many different colors such as purple, white, yellow, orange, pink, with pseudobulbs that can grow straight or droop depending on the species, looking both strong and soft. This flower species can adapt well to tropical climates like Vietnam, so it is easy to grow and bloom. 

If you are new to orchids but still want to own a beautiful orchid, Dendro is a great choice.

Dancing Orchid

Dancing Lady Orchid has a bright yellow color.

A very popular beautiful orchid that we would like to introduce to you is the Oncidium . This is a wild orchid originating from Central America and South America, currently bred and grown popularly in many countries including Vietnam. 

Dancing Lady Orchids stand out with their small, brightly colored flower clusters that look like dancers dancing gracefully with a special “skirt”. Some common colors of this flower are bright yellow, brown, red, white or variegated and striped. 

Although this flower originates from a humid tropical climate, over time it has been able to adapt to many different climatic conditions, so you can absolutely try your hand at this graceful flower.

Purple Orchid

Purple Aquilaria flowers compete to show off their colors. 

Purple orchid is a type of wild orchid that is very popular in Vietnam because it possesses elegant beauty and attractive fragrance. 

The characteristic of this orchid is that the flowers bloom in clusters with a beautiful purple-pink or dark purple color, with a natural incense-like scent that brings a very pleasant feeling. In particular, the flowers are very durable, bloom for a long time and adapt very well to the tropical climate in Vietnam. 

If you want to grow a flower that is both beautiful and fragrant, purple orchid is a perfect choice. Experience it if you have the chance. 

Tricolor Orchid

The Tam Bao Sac orchid clusters have impressive beauty.

Another orchid line that is loved by many orchid enthusiasts that we want to mention in this section is the Tam Bao Sac orchid of the genus Giáng Hương.

The special highlight of Tam Bao Sac is the harmonious combination of three prominent colors on a flower, usually purple - white - yellow. The flowers bloom in clusters, each cluster is 25 - 30 cm long, hanging down and has a very gentle but attractive fragrance. 

If you want to own an orchid with eye-catching colors, gentle fragrance and suitable for Vietnam's climate conditions, try growing Tam Bao Sac orchids right away, guaranteed to get extremely satisfactory results.

Vanda Orchid

Vanda orchid branches have beautiful reddish brown color.

Vanda orchids are one of the most popular beautiful orchids today thanks to their large flowers, with a variety of colors from blue, red, purple to pink. 

This orchid has thick but soft petals, the flowers last a long time and have a light, pleasant fragrance. And especially if properly cared for in a well-ventilated environment, watered and fertilized regularly, this flower can bloom all year round. 

If you love orchids with large flowers and colorful colors, don't miss Vanda orchids. You will definitely have interesting experiences when trying this orchid genus. 

The most beautiful and easiest orchids to grow

If you are an orchid lover but do not have much experience in growing and caring for them, try referring to some beautiful and super easy-to-grow orchids that we share below. Guaranteed that even the most clumsy person can succeed!

Cymbidium Orchid

Different colors of Carnations.

A super beautiful and super easy to grow orchid that we want to introduce to you is the Cymbidium orchid . This is a climbing orchid with a very strong vitality and possesses extremely unique spherical flowers with gentle colors and sweet fragrance. 

Cymbidium orchids originate from Southeast Asia, so they are very suitable for the weather in Vietnam. They are easy to care for and have few pests. With enough sunlight and water, the plant will grow all year round and produce extremely beautiful flowers. 

The special thing is that Cymbidium orchids are not only beautiful but can also be used as a folk medicine to treat pneumonia and bronchitis thanks to the sterol glucoside content contained in the stem. 

With its unique beauty, good adaptability and ease of care, Cymbidium orchids are an ideal choice for beginners. 

Cymbidium Orchid 

The clusters of Cymbidium orchids are extremely beautiful.

Dendrobium anosmum (scientific name: Dendrobium anosmum) is one of the most popular wild orchid species today because it is both beautiful and easy to grow, completely suitable for beginners to join the "discipline" of orchid growing. 

This orchid species has the ability to adapt very well to the climate of Vietnam. You can grow it in pots of soil, wood or even hanging baskets. As long as it is in a cool place, with soft light and moderate humidity, the Crane Orchid will grow very well and produce beautiful flowers with a strong fragrance. 

If you don't have much experience but still want to take care of beautiful orchid pots yourself, don't hesitate to try your hand at the Crane orchid!

Yellow Cymbidium Orchid

A column of yellow Kieu flowers is extremely colorful and beautiful.

Dendrobium thyrsiflorum (scientific name: Dendrobium thyrsiflorum) is one of the most popular wild orchid species today thanks to its colorful beauty and ability to adapt and grow well. 

The Golden Orchid is a hardy shrub with bright yellow flowers that bloom in beautiful drooping clusters. Although it is a wild orchid, the Golden Orchid is very easy to domesticate and is suitable for the climate in Vietnam. It is not picky about the substrate and can be grown in many ways such as in pots, grafted on wood or hanging baskets.

Taking care of this orchid is also super simple, you just need to water it every day, provide enough sunlight, and occasionally add fertilizer so the plant can grow healthily and bloom regularly. 

Trust me, for those who are new to orchids, the Golden Orchid is a perfect choice to start an exciting journey.

Purple Orchid

The dreamy purple color of purple Sword flower clusters. 

When it comes to the most beautiful and easy-to-grow orchids, we cannot fail to mention the purple orchid - the most beautiful orchid in the daffodil family. 

True to its name, the purple orchid possesses a graceful beauty with small, soft flowers that are white mixed with light or dark purple depending on the region, highlighted by an extremely eye-catching orange-yellow calyx. In particular, this flower is very easy to care for, suitable for even those who are new to growing wild orchids, so if you like, you can try your hand at this graceful flower. 

Orchid 

A pot of Kim Diep orchid with bright lemon yellow color.

The next candidate for a beautiful, easy-to-grow orchid is the Dendrobium capillipes orchid . This is one of the wild orchid species with brilliant beauty and strong vitality and is suitable for the humid tropical climate in Vietnam. 

The orchid blooms in clusters, bright yellow, drooping down very softly. Each cluster usually has a few dozen flowers, giving off a light and pleasant fragrance. In addition, this orchid species is drought tolerant, easy to care for, has few pests and diseases, so it is very popular with wild orchid growers. 

If you like to grow wild orchids but are afraid of complicated care or techniques, you can try Kim Diep orchids. 

Beautiful orchids have a distinctive fragrance

Many people love orchids not only because of their beautiful appearance but also because of the special fragrance they possess. Below are some beautiful and fragrant orchids, please join us to learn more. 

Cattleya orchid

Cattleya orchids come in many colorful colors.

Cattleya orchids , also known as cat orchids, queen orchids, are a genus of 113 different species of orchids originating from South America, especially in Brazil, Colombia and Venezuela...

The characteristics of Cattleya orchids are large flowers with a diameter of 10 - 20 cm, thick, wavy petals and a prominent large lip with a different color. They have many different colors such as pink, white, orange, yellow, purple or spotted, striped, mottled with a very special sweet fragrance that is rare in other orchids. 

However, Cattleya orchids are one of the difficult orchids to care for, so they are only for those who have experience and careful investment. If you are new to orchids, you should choose other orchids that are easier to care for. 

Orchid

Orchid with soft, delicate shape.

Dendrobium anosmum orchid has the scientific name Dendrobium anosmum, also known as Dendrobium orchid. This is one of the famous wild orchid species in Vietnam, often distributed in the mountainous regions of the Central Highlands or the Northwest. 

The special feature of this flower is that it has a soft, drooping stem with segments like bamboo segments, the flowers grow from false eyes with many different colors and an extremely pleasant fragrance. Currently, there are many valuable mutant orchid lines such as 5-petal white orchid, pink-nosed orchid or round-eyed orchid. 

If you like orchids with a gentle, unforgettable fragrance, Phi Diep orchid is a great choice. 

Orchid

Orchid with impressive colors.

Dendrobium parishii, also known as purple orchid, is native to Asia and is common in some countries such as Vietnam, Laos and Thailand  .

The orchid is a type of orchid with a slender, long, drooping stem. The leaves grow symmetrically. The flowers bloom from the buds on the stem and are purple-pink in color, with thin, soft petals and a characteristic sweet fragrance. 

If you want to grow an orchid with beautiful colors, easy to care for, easy to bloom and sweet scent, then choose the long tu orchid right away, I guarantee you will be extremely satisfied. 

Orchid (Spring Greeting Orchid)

The Cymbidium orchids are clinging to a tree trunk.

Rhynchostylis gigantea , also known as spring orchid, scientific name is Rhynchostylis gigantea, is one of the rare wild orchid species originating from countries in Southeast Asia such as Vietnam, Laos, Thailand,... Particularly in Vietnam, Rhynchostylis gigantea orchid often appears in forests in the Central Highlands and South Central regions. 

The orchid has the characteristics of a large, strong stem, long, firmly attached roots, thick leaves, large plates, flowers growing in clusters, each cluster has many small, thick flowers and a very strong fragrance. The main color of this flower is white - purple, besides there are some mutated colors such as red, white, orange, ...

If you want to collect beautiful wild orchids, try spring orchids. You will definitely get the results you deserve: super beautiful flower pots with a sweet fragrance.

The rarest wild orchid

Below are some of the most sought-after rare wild orchids today thanks to their impressive beauty and high value. If you have a lot of experience and want to collect beautiful, rare orchids, don't miss them.

Lady's Slipper Orchid

Slipper orchids with special shapes and colors

Paphiopedilum spp. is a genus of wild orchids originating from tropical Asia, including Vietnam - where there are some rare wild Paphiopedilum strains such as Paphiopedilum delenatii or Paphiopedilum vietnamense.

The characteristics of the slipper orchid are that the flower has a unique shape with a swollen lower lip like a slipper, or petals extending like two arms, the flower color varies from pink, white, green to polka dots or stripes, the leaves are glossy green or striped green, very beautiful green spots.

This is a rare and valuable wild orchid species that is preserved and sought after in the market.  

Orchid

The Kim Tuyen orchids have beautiful and impressive leaf shapes.

The Kim Tuyen orchid , also known as the brocade orchid, has the scientific name Anoectochilus spp. This is a rare wild orchid and is grown not for its flowers but for its leaves. Yes, that's right, the Kim Tuyen orchid has an extremely impressive set of leaves with a small, soft elliptical shape, dark green or purple-black in color with metallic gold, copper or pink veins that look like they are covered with a layer of shiny, eye-catching glitter. Meanwhile, their flowers are not very prominent, very small, growing on high stems.

In addition to its landscape value, the orchid is also considered a precious medicinal species, known as “healing brocade orchid”. Currently, they are mainly distributed in the highlands of Vietnam, Laos or China and are classified as “rare plants in need of conservation”.

Flat Orchid

A bunch of Flat Orchid with extremely unique beauty.

Flat Orchid is one of the rare wild orchid species with elegant beauty and very difficult to find in nature. They have small stems, flat leaves and bright yellow flower clusters, with a very pleasant light fragrance, attracting orchid players not only because of their delicate beauty but also because of their very high collection value. 

In nature, this orchid species often lives in primeval forests that are rarely visited by humans, so it is highly sought after in orchid groups. If you are a lover of wild orchids and want to own orchids with unique and rare beauty, the Flat Kieu orchid is definitely not a bad choice. 

The most expensive mutant orchid

Have you ever heard of the unique beauty of mutated orchids that have caused a stir among orchid enthusiasts when they are worth billions of dong? If not, scroll down to learn more about these unique orchid lines. 

Bao Duy White 5-Petal Orchid

Phi diep orchid 5CT Bao Duy.

When it comes to mutant orchids, surely everyone knows the name " Bao Duy 5-petal white orchid " - one of the most valuable mutant orchid lines in Vietnam. 

They stand out with flowers with 5 pure white petals, light pink throat, balanced flower shape, clear, bold scratched flower eyes, dark pink color without smudges and are known as the "beauty queen", the pinnacle of mutant orchids. 

There was a time when Bao Duy 5CT orchids were traded for up to billions of dong per kie, they truly deserve to be one of the most expensive mutant orchid lines, right! 

5-Petal White Orchid Ngoc Son Cuoc

5CT Ngoc Son Cuoc orchid flowers.

A name that once made waves in the mutant orchid village is the Son Cuoc 5-petal white Phi Diep orchid. This orchid line was once advertised for sale on mutant orchid groups at a price of 3.2 - 3.5 billion VND for a kie from 2 - 5 cm, this amount of money really makes many people startled for an orchid line. 

The highlight of Ngoc Son Cuoc flowers is not only in their standard appearance with 5 pure white petals, evenly exuding a pure look, but they also have the ability to keep the flower's shape through many generations, increasing their value. 

Thus, through the article on orchid-vn.com has shared with you the top 20+ most popular beautiful orchids today with many different criteria. Hopefully you have found the most suitable and satisfactory orchid lines to start joining the "discipline" of playing ornamental orchids. Don't forget to follow our website regularly to learn more effective experiences in growing and caring for orchids!