Purple Orchids
by Kay Novy
Title
Purple Orchids
Artist
Kay Novy
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Photograph - Photography
Description
Purple orchids symbolize royalty and admiration, and are traditionally given as a sign of respect.
Orchids are known for their fragrance and are widely used in perfumes and aromatherapy. Vanilla extract, a commonly used flavor enhancer in sweets and baked goods, is actually derived from the Vanilla orchid plant.
The orchid has medicinal applications as well. In China, the orchid has been cultivated for thousands of years, and is used as a natural remedy for coughs, diseases of the kidney, lung, stomach and eye.
Orchids are also believed to be powerful aphrodisiacs, and many cultures including Greece and China eat the bulbs for this purpose.
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May 1st, 2017
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Christopher James
One of your peers nominated this image in the 1000 views Groups nominated images by your fellow artist in the Special Features #13 promotion discussion. Please visit and pass on the love to another artist.
David Griffith
The soft effect and against the lighter pink really makes this a delightful piece . . . L
Kay Novy
Jasna, "Global Flowers Photography" group, thanks so very much for the homepage feature, appreciated!
Hanne Lore Koehler
Magnificent capture and beautiful soft artistic treatment of these gorgeous orchids, Kay! L/F/T/P
ARTography by Pamela Smale Williams
Your misty floral design is so great at showing mood and texture! Softly understated. V/fav/ Pamela