Description
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Type: Epiphytic orchid (grows on trees in nature).
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Origin: Hybrid, not naturally occurring.
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Size: Medium-sized plant with tall, upright canes.
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Flowers: Multiple blooms per spike, usually 2–3 inches wide, with rich coloration and a glossy texture.
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Blooming Season: Mainly late winter to spring, though some rebloom under ideal conditions.
🌿 Caring and Handling Tips:
🌞 Light:
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Requires bright, indirect light.
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Can tolerate some morning sun, but avoid harsh afternoon rays which can scorch leaves.
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A south or east-facing window with filtered light is ideal.
💧 Watering:
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Water thoroughly when the potting mix is nearly dry.
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Typically once or twice a week during growing season; reduce in winter.
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Avoid letting roots sit in water—good drainage is essential.
🌡️ Temperature:
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Thrives in warm to intermediate temperatures:
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Day: 75–85°F (24–29°C)
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Night: 60–65°F (16–18°C)
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Can tolerate slightly cooler temps during rest periods after blooming.
💨 Humidity & Airflow:
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Prefers 50–70% humidity.
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Use a humidity tray or room humidifier if air is too dry.
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Good air circulation helps prevent fungal issues.
🌱 Potting Mix:
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Use a well-draining orchid mix: typically bark-based with perlite and charcoal.
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Repot every 2–3 years or when the medium starts to break down.
🌼 Feeding:
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Feed with a balanced orchid fertilizer (20-20-20) every 2 weeks during the growing season.
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Reduce to once a month or stop feeding entirely during winter dormancy.
✂️ Post-Bloom Care:
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Do not cut the canes even after flowering—they may rebloom or support new growth.
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Remove only spent flower spikes and dead leaves.
💡 Extra Tips:
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Provide a slight cool-down period in fall to encourage flowering.
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If leaves become leathery or wrinkled, it may be underwatered or exposed to too much light.
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Monitor for pests like scale, spider mites, or mealybugs, especially on the undersides of leaves.
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