Holy Smoke,
Even "low" light orchids require some sunlight. For example Phals are low
light, but northern windows are not enough for them to reflower (unless
supplemented by artificial lights) -- an eastern windowsill is better, even
for low light orchids. However, a northern window does provide enough light
for a Phal to continue to survive and grow leave, it just won't reflower
there. I don't know of any orchids that can thrive in the middle of a room
with no sunlight for long periods of time, though it is ok to put the
orchids anywhere while they are in bloom, and put them back to better light
conditions once they finish blooming and need energy for the next year.
Best,
Joanna

"Holy Smoke" wrote in message
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I am new to orchids and have been doing some reading. One of the
neccessary
requirements for orchid growth is light. What does the word light here
mean?
Does it mean that the plant must be in the sun light or just a place
bright
enough (though in a shade area) for those plants that require moderate
light?
TIA