PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright indirect light; avoid direct midday sun to prevent leaf scorch and flower fading
Watering
Water thoroughly when the growing medium is nearly dry; avoid standing water around pseudobulbs to prevent rot
Temperature
Thrives in warm, humid conditions; avoid temperatures below 12°C to prevent pseudobulb damage
Characteristics
- Leaf: Single leathery, oblong leaf per pseudobulb; glossy dark green
- Flower: Long, pendulous racemes with 5–15 small, waxy, cream to pale yellow blooms
- Pseudobulb: Small, rounded storage structures attached to creeping rhizomes
Care Guide
Watering
Keep growing medium slightly moist; mist foliage 2–3 times weekly to maintain 60–70% humidity
Fertilization
Diluted balanced orchid fertilizer every 2 weeks. Cease fertilization in late autumn to support pseudobulb dormancy
Banana peel compost tea：Steep fully composted banana peels in room-temperature water for 24 hours; dilute 1:20 before applying to avoid burning delicate orchid rootsPruning
- Trim spent flower spikes at the base to redirect energy to pseudobulb growth
- Remove dead, yellowing leaves and decaying pseudobulbs to improve airflow
- Thin overcrowded rhizomes during annual spring repotting to reduce competition for nutrients
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA-verified non-toxic to cats; no reported toxicity
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no known adverse effects from ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental epiphyte for indoor orchid collections and terrariums
