Question: Are orchids considered monocots or dicots?
Quick Answer: Taxonomists classify orchids as monocots.
Why Are Orchids Considered Monocots?
Monocots have a single cotyledon (seed leaf) contained within their seeds, which characterizes them as monocots. Other features they share with their other monocots include having an adventures root system that extends from the stem and flowers with a petal count divisible by 3.
Monocots Similar to Orchids
- Tulips
- Daffodils
- Crocus
- Irises
- Lillies
