What do they call this type of container planting?

[Bluelude1]

I am new to orchids, but I saw a picture of a container planted orchid I really liked. I have no idea what the correct terminology for this type of planting is in order to look up more information on what it would take to maintain a plant in one. Is there any chance someone might be able to tell me what it is called.?


BTW - At first after looking around I thought it was called a terrarium, but that seems to refer to plantings in an aquarium style of setup from what I have seen.

Thanks in advance


The tall apothecary jar in the middle is the one I am referring to.

[gmdiaz]

Try looking under cloche.

English glass cloche bell jars.

[Bluelude1]

The short fat ones are cloches I believe and the tall one is an apothecary jar. But would this be considered a terrarium? Any suggestions where I might find information on high humidity orchids for such a container?

[khill]

I think jewel orchids would do well in a terrarium.

Although the look is beautiful, most orchids need air circulation, and probably wouldn't do well over time in a planting such as that.

[Bluelude1]

As I understand it the lid is suppose to be taken off for a short period on a regular basis when you see condensation forming on the inside.... does this change anything in regards to the livability of an orchid in such a container?

[Dorothy]

I believe the issues are, as Karen mentioned, air circulation and moisture content of the medium used. There are many orchids whose root need well aerated and well drained medium to prevent root rot.
I am not sure what orchids would thrive happily in that environment but I am sure others will chime in with their comments

[Ross]

I think the biggest problem you may have (even with taking off the lid for periods) will be mold. Most orchids need moving air when in a saturated environment. The wetter the air, the more air movement, in most cases.