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Szilvia Kisvarga1, László Orlóci1
1Institute of Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning and Garden Art, Hungarian University of Agriculture and Life Sciences (MATE), 1118 Budapest, Hungary.
Plants (Basel, Switzerland)
|December 11, 2025
Summary
This review covers breeding, cultivation, and applications of Phalaenopsis orchids, key ornamental plants. It highlights their significance in the horticultural industry and future potential.
Area of Science:
- Horticulture
- Plant Science
- Ornamental Horticulture
Background:
- Phalaenopsis orchids are a major segment of the global ornamental plant industry.
- Their economic importance necessitates a focused review of their cultivation and applications.
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