Amy Gibbs* and Brian Hudelson, UW-Madison Plant Pathology Revised:  5/11/2010 Item number:  XHT1035 What are orchids?  Orchids belong to the orchid family (Orchidaceae) and are exotic plants grown for their beautiful, showy, and long lasting flowers.  Although most species of orchids are epiphytic (i.e., naturally grow on trees or other plants), some grow on rocks … Continue reading Orchids