| Description: |
Flowers usually three to five in a group in a short arching spray from the top of the pseudobulb, pink with a deeper lip. |
| Environment: |
Suitable only for a greenhouse |
| Lighting Needs: |
Does best in full sunlight coming from the South/West |
| Soil Type: |
Use a medium shredded fir bark or small to medium lava rock. An alternative is 2 parts of osmunda fiber, 1 part of sphagnum moss and a little sand.
Always use a pot with a hole.
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| Watering: |
Drench the potting mix and let it become moderately dry between waterings. Use warm water. |
| Fertilizer: |
Use a fertilizer specifically designed for orchids once a month. |
| Plant Pests: |
Prone to none Always inspect any new plant for pests before introducing it to your home or greenhouse. |
| Gardening Tips & Care: |
Mist occasionally with warm water (lime free to avoid leaf staining) and keep the plant in a well ventilated area. Place pebbles or gravel in the drainage dish to hold water and increase the humidity, make sure the pot is sitting on the gravel and not in the water.
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