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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright indirect light; avoid direct midday sun which can scorch leaves
Watering
Water thoroughly when potting medium is nearly dry; avoid standing water in saucers
Temperature
Thrives in warm, humid conditions; avoid temperature drops below 12°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Oblong, leathery leaves arranged distally on pseudobulbs, 5–10 cm long
- Flower: Waxy, creamy-white to pale yellow blooms with purple lip markings, 2–3 cm wide
- Pseudobulb: Cylindrical, green to yellowish-green, clustered along rhizomes
Care Guide
Watering
Keep medium evenly moist; mist to maintain 60–70% humidity
Fertilization
Diluted orchid fertilizer every 2 weeks. Use balanced, 20-20-20 fertilizer diluted to half strength; stop feeding in winter
Banana peel tea：Soak fully composted banana peels in water for 3 days; dilute 1:20 for root drench; avoid raw peels to prevent pests and odorPruning
- Remove spent flower spikes at the base to redirect energy to pseudobulbs
- Trim dead or yellowing pseudobulbs to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
- Thin overcrowded rhizomes during spring repotting to encourage new growth
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic to cats
Humans: No known toxicity to humans
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental potted orchid; cut flower arrangements
