Water
Water when the top inch of the potting medium feels dry. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. Reduce watering during winter dormancy.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light is ideal. Protect from direct sun, which can scorch the leaves.
100% intensity
Water when the top inch of the potting medium feels dry. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. Reduce watering during winter dormancy.
100% intensity
A well-draining orchid mix, typically containing bark, sphagnum moss, and perlite, is essential.
50% intensity
Thrives in intermediate temperatures, ideally between 18-25°C during the day and slightly cooler at night.
100% intensity
Indoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced orchid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.
100% intensity
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water when the top inch of the potting medium feels dry. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. Reduce watering during winter dormancy.
Remove spent flower spikes and any dead or damaged leaves or pseudobulbs. Pruning is minimal and mainly for tidiness and plant health.
Easily propagated by division of mature clumps during repotting. Each division should have at least 2-3 healthy pseudobulbs and roots.
Repot every 1-2 years after flowering, or when the potting medium breaks down. Use a fresh, well-draining orchid mix and a pot that just accommodates the root system.
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