PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright indirect light; avoid direct midday sun to prevent leaf scorch
Watering
Water thoroughly when growing medium feels dry to the touch; avoid standing water around roots
Temperature
Cool to temperate temperatures; avoid extreme fluctuations and temperatures below 8°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Single, leathery, oblong-lanceolate leaf per pseudobulb; dark green, glossy
- Flower: Solitary, pendulous bloom with vibrant violet-purple sepals and tiny white petals
- Pseudobulb: Small, rounded, green storage structure at base of leaf
Care Guide
Watering
Keep medium consistently moist but not soggy; increase humidity via pebble tray
Fertilization
Diluted orchid fertilizer every 2 weeks. Use balanced, diluted orchid fertilizer to avoid overfeeding delicate roots
Banana peel compost tea：Use fully composted banana peels steeped in water; dilute 1:20 for root drench to avoid burning delicate orchid rootsPruning
- Remove spent blooms at base to redirect energy to new pseudobulb growth
- Trim dead, shriveled pseudobulbs to maintain plant health and tidy appearance
- Groom yellowing leaves at the base to prevent fungal or bacterial growth
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Non-toxic; no harmful effects if ingested or touched
Humans: Non-toxic to humans; no known adverse effects from ingestion or contact
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental indoor orchid collection; terrarium cultivation
