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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Dappled shade or filtered partial sun; avoid direct midday summer sun to prevent leaf scorch
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged; avoid allowing the root zone to dry out completely
Temperature
Hardy to -10°C in dormant periods; prefers cool temperate conditions, avoid sustained temperatures above 28°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Oval to lanceolate, bright green, arranged in opposite or whorled pairs along the upright stem
- Flower: Cup-shaped white blooms, 2–3 cm wide; 3–12 flowers per upright spike
- Stem: Smooth, hairless green stem with a rigid upright growth habit
Care Guide
Watering
Maintain even soil moisture; apply mulch to retain moisture
Fertilization
Diluted orchid fertilizer every 2 weeks. Use low-nitrogen, phosphorus-rich diluted fertilizer to support flower development
Composted leaf mold tea：Steep fully composted leaf mold in water for 24 hours; dilute 1:20 for root drench to avoid over-fertilizing sensitive orchid rootsPruning
- Remove spent flower spikes after blooming to redirect energy to root growth
- Trim yellowing or damaged foliage in late autumn before dormancy
- Clear surrounding fallen debris to reduce fungal disease risk
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No identified toxicity to cats
Humans: No known toxic effects to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental woodland garden plant; valued for delicate white blooms
