How old are roses?
Fossil evidence shows that roses existed about 35 million years ago, long before humans.
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- How many species of orchids are there?
“Orchids are one of the largest plant families, with about 28,000 species.”
Reference: Smithsonian Gardens
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Where does vanilla come from?
Vanilla comes from the seed pods of an orchid.
Do bananas grow on trees?
Bananas don't grow on trees. The banana plant is technically a giant herb, and its "trunk" is made of tightly packed leaf stalks.