An epiphytic orchid with erect stems and up to 6, 3-10cm leaves produced from the upper portions of narrowly conical pseudobulbs. Fragrant pink, purple or white flowers with a crimson or purple veined or blotched lip, to 4cm across are produced in racemes to 15cm long from the pseudobulb tips in early spring
0.1-0.5 metres
0.1-0.5 metres
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | ||||
| Summer | ||||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Grow in an open medium with plenty of light, fresh air and good humidity. In spring and summer, water when compost starts to dry out. In winter, reduce watering and allow a 4 week period of daytime temperature around 8°C to encourage flowering. Feed regularly when in growth. See Orchids: indoor cultivation for further information
Propagate from division or from keikis. Pot keikis when their roots are 2cm long
No pruning required. Remove spent flowers as necessary.
May be susceptible to aphids, glasshouse red spider mite and mealybugs
Generally disease-free