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The orchid plant has a myriad of ways by which it can reproduce. Using its prominent lip as a landing place for insects and birds, the enterprising orchid plant can attract pollinators in this way. Some literature even says that the home hobbyist can aid pollination with a small brush or a pencil. The demand for orchid flowers and the growing number of people interested in raising this flower have served much to further its popularity. Although its primary use is to serve the cut-flower industry, some varieties of orchid have other uses aside from the esoteric. One kind of orchid is the Vanilla which is a popular flavoring the world over. The tubers of some orchids are also used for flavoring. Some scientists are also exploring the scent of orchids as new fragrances for the perfume market. Even the leaves have an ornamental use. It is certainly provident to have enough information about orchids to satisfy all the questions of orchid lovers around the world.
