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Why are Cymbidium orchids commonly used in corsages?
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Orchid
Yellow flowers of a cymbidium orchid (Cymbidium species).
Cymbidium orchids are frequently chosen for corsages primarily because their cut flowers are notably long-lasting. In addition to their durability, these orchids are valued for their showy, waxy flowers, which come in a diverse range of colors—including white, yellow, green, maroon, and bronze—making them highly desirable as ornamental florists' plants.1