PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright indirect light; avoid direct midday sun to prevent leaf scorch
Watering
Water thoroughly when the top 2 cm of substrate is dry; avoid waterlogging pseudobulbs
Temperature
Thrives in cool to temperate temperatures; protect from frost below 5°C and extreme heat above 30°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Linear, leathery, dark green basal leaves arranged in dense clumps
- Flower: Fragrant pale yellow-green blooms with maroon lip markings on arching spikes
- Stem: Short rhizomes with fleshy pseudobulbs for moisture storage
Care Guide
Watering
Keep substrate evenly moist; increase ambient humidity around foliage
Fertilization
Diluted balanced orchid fertilizer every 2 weeks. Cease fertilizing during winter dormancy to prevent salt buildup in substrate
Banana peel compost tea：Use fully composted banana peels, dilute 1:20 with water for root drench; avoid direct contact with pseudobulbs to prevent rotPruning
- Trim spent flower spikes at the base to redirect energy to new pseudobulb growth
- Remove brown, dead leaf tips with sterile shears to maintain plant appearance
- Divide overcrowded clumps during spring repotting to improve airflow and nutrient uptake
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA confirmed non-toxic; no harmful effects if ingested or touched
Humans: Non-toxic; no known adverse effects from ingestion or skin contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: Symbolizes elegance and humble friendship in traditional Chinese floral culture
Usage: Ornamental potted plant; fragrant cut flower for floral arrangements
