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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright indirect to filtered direct sun; tolerate morning direct sun but avoid harsh midday rays
Watering
Water thoroughly when top 2 cm of substrate is dry; avoid waterlogging pseudobulbs
Temperature
Thrive in warm tropical temperatures; avoid sustained drops below 12°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Long, linear grass-like leaves up to 1 m long, arranged in basal rosettes
- Flower: Dense racemes of yellow-green blooms with brown or purple spots
- Pseudobulb: Thick, cowhorn-shaped fleshy pseudobulbs for water and nutrient storage
Care Guide
Watering
Keep substrate consistently moist but not soggy
Fertilization
Diluted balanced orchid fertilizer every 2 weeks. Avoid over-fertilizing to prevent root burn
Banana peel tea：Soak chopped banana peels in water for 3 days, dilute 1:20 for root drench; discard solids to avoid odorPruning
- Remove spent flower spikes after blooming to redirect energy to pseudobulbs
- Trim yellowing or dead leaves at the base to maintain plant health
- Thin overcrowded pseudobulbs every 2-3 years to improve airflow
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No listed toxicity to cats
Humans: No documented toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental garden plant, cut flower for floral arrangements
