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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright indirect light; avoid direct midday sun to prevent leaf scorch; tolerate low light for short periods
Watering
Water thoroughly when the growing medium is nearly dry; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot in pseudobulbs
Temperature
Thrives in warm, humid conditions; avoid temperatures below 12°C as it may damage pseudobulbs
Characteristics
- Leaf: Single leathery, elliptical leaf per pseudobulb, 20–30 cm long, glossy deep green
- Flower: Pendulous inflorescence bearing 10–20 apricot-orange blooms with a curved, lantern-like shape and spicy, sweet fragrance
- Pseudobulb: Ovoid, green, fleshy structure that stores moisture and nutrients for dormancy periods
Care Guide
Watering
Keep growing medium slightly moist; mist pseudobulbs 2–3 times weekly to maintain 60–70% humidity
Fertilization
Diluted balanced orchid fertilizer every 2 weeks. Cease fertilization during autumn and winter dormancy periods to prevent nutrient buildup
Banana peel compost tea：Fully compost banana peels for 4–6 weeks, dilute 1:20 with water for root drench; avoid raw peels to prevent mold growthPruning
- Trim spent flower spikes at the base once blooms fade to redirect energy to pseudobulb growth
- Remove brown, desiccated leaves to improve airflow and reduce fungal disease risk
- Trim overgrown, dead pseudobulbs only when they are completely dry and no longer functional
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: No listed toxicity to cats
Humans: No known toxicity to humans; ingestion may cause mild gastrointestinal upset due to indigestible plant material
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental epiphyte for hanging baskets or greenhouse displays; valued for unique flower shape and fragrance
