Orchid Gardens

Approximately one hectare in size, the Orchid Gardens of Perdana Botanical Garden Kuala Lumpur (formally known as Lake Gardens Kuala Lumpur) is a one of its kind garden, surrounded by lush greenery. The Orchid Gardens is located at the highest point of the Perdana Botanical Garden. The main aim of this garden is to showcase the various species of orchid of this region as well as a center where conservation of orchids and the study of them are done.

The Orchid Garden has an impressive showcase of thousands and thousands of orchids. In this small garden of about one hectare, you will be able to see over 800 species of orchids and a total of 6000 orchids all together. You can also choose to buy pots of orchids back home. The price range differs with the species but they are around RM30 to RM40 per pot.

There are two main types of orchids which are the Epiphytic Orchids and the Terrestrial Orchids.

The Epiphytic Orchids grows on charcoal, bricks, tree trunk or branches while the Terrestrial Orchids usually grow from the ground. On weekends, you will be able to learn how these magnificent flowers are planted. Much can be learnt from there caretakers of the garden. Just next to the Orchid Gardens is the Hibiscus Gardens.

Getting There

There are three ways to get to the Orchid Gardens. You can either get there by taxi or by driving there yourself. But if you would like to take the bus, you can take the RapidKL bus number B101 and B112 and stop at the Dayabumi Complex.

Walk towards the National Mosque and walk up the hill to the Orchid Gardens. If the train is what you want to take, then hop on the KTM Komuter and remember to stop at the Old Railway Station. Walk towards the National Mosque and the Perdana Botanical Garden is just behind the mosque.

Attractions in Kuala Lumpur