What is the fleshy node of an orchid called?

Answer by  Christian9247 (5042)

That would be a spike node. Spikes are the bumpy area on a flower. The spike node is the main area while a plant grows. The fleshy node around this spiked node is called the column. This is where the flower houses its stamens and pistils.

Answer by  hahagal (983)

The fleshy area of the orchid is called the spike nodes which is considered the spikes or bumpy areas of the flower. This is the main area where the plant is growing.

Answer by  Deepakck (174)

Anther, is fleshy part of an orchid flower and the fleshy node seen in an orchid plant is known as pseudobulb.

Answer by  SunnyStars (836)

The fleshy node is called the column. The column contains both male and female parts, which are called stamens and pistils.