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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright indirect light or partial shade; avoid intense midday summer sun to prevent leaf scorch
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged; allow the top 2 cm of soil to dry slightly between waterings
Temperature
Hardy to -5°C with winter mulch; optimal growing temperature range is 15–25°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Linear-lanceolate, pleated bright green basal leaves, 20–40 cm long, arranged in dense clumps
- Flower: Pink to pale purple 2–3 cm wide blooms clustered on upright spikes; lip marked with purple stripes
- Stem: Smooth upright green stems bearing 3–5 leaves and terminal flower clusters
Care Guide
Watering
Maintain consistent soil moisture; avoid drying out completely
Fertilization
Diluted orchid fertilizer every 2 weeks. Cease fertilization during winter dormancy to avoid rhizome damage
Banana peel compost tea：Compost banana peels for 2 weeks, steep in water 24 hours, dilute 1:20 for root drench; avoid raw peels to prevent pest infestationsPruning
- Remove spent flower spikes after blooming to redirect energy to rhizome growth
- Trim yellowing foliage in late winter before new spring growth emerges
- Divide overcrowded rhizome clumps every 3–4 years in early spring to maintain plant health
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA confirmed non-toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: Symbolizes elegance and resilience in traditional East Asian horticulture
Usage: Ornamental garden plant, cut flower for floral arrangements
