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🛠️ Caring & Handling Tips:
🪴 1. Potting Medium & Container
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Use a well-draining orchid mix (bark, perlite, sphagnum moss).
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Seedlings may do best in sphagnum moss early on to maintain consistent moisture.
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Ensure the pot has drainage holes to avoid root rot.
☀️ 2. Light
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Provide bright, indirect light (e.g., near an east-facing window).
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Avoid direct sunlight which can scorch young leaves.
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If indoors, artificial grow lights can supplement during winter.
💧 3. Watering
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Keep the medium slightly moist, not soggy.
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Water when the top layer feels dry to the touch.
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Use room-temperature distilled or rainwater if your tap water is hard.
🌡️ 4. Temperature & Humidity
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Ideal temperatures: 70–80°F (21–27°C) by day, 60–65°F (15–18°C) at night.
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Maintain 50–70% humidity—use a humidity tray or humidifier if needed.
🌬️ 5. Air Circulation
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Provide gentle airflow to prevent fungal issues, especially in humid setups.
🌱 6. Feeding
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Use a balanced orchid fertilizer (e.g., 20-20-20) at ¼ strength every 2–3 weeks.
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Skip fertilizing during periods of slow growth.
🧼 7. Handling Tips
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Avoid touching the roots and crown too much—these are sensitive areas.
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Repot only when absolutely necessary (e.g., outgrown pot, degraded medium).
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Watch for pests like mealybugs or spider mites, especially under the leaves.
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