Vanda Miss Joaquim is a hybrid between the Burmese Vanda teres and the Malayan Vanda hookeriana. For its vibrant colors, resilience and hardiness – qualities that reflect the Singapore spirit, it was chosen as Singapore's national flower on 15 April 1981 to represent Singapore's uniqueness and hybrid culture.
Vanda Miss Joaquim originated from the garden of Agnes Joaquim, an Armenian lady residing in Singapore. It is the hybrid of two orchids, which were then known as Vanda teres and Vanda hookeriana. This occurred during the time when Henry Ridley was the Director of the Singapore Botanic Gardens.
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