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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Bright indirect light; avoid direct midday sun to prevent leaf scorch and pseudobulb damage
Watering
Water thoroughly when the orchid potting medium is nearly dry; avoid standing water around pseudobulbs to prevent rot
Temperature
Thrives in warm, humid conditions; avoid temperatures below 12°C to prevent stress
Characteristics
- Leaf: Single leathery, linear dark green leaf per pseudobulb; rigid and upright
- Flower: Solitary creamy yellow to pale green bloom with a distinct hooked labellum
- Pseudobulb: Ovoid, fleshy storage structure for water and nutrients
Care Guide
Watering
Keep potting medium slightly moist; mist foliage to maintain 50-70% humidity
Fertilization
Diluted balanced orchid fertilizer every 2 weeks. Flush potting medium monthly to remove salt buildup from fertilization
Banana peel compost tea：Use fully composted banana peels, dilute 1:40 with water for root drench; avoid raw peels to prevent mold growthPruning
- Remove spent flower spikes at the base to redirect energy to pseudobulb growth
- Trim dead or yellowing leaves and shriveled pseudobulbs to improve airflow
- Thin overcrowded clumps during annual spring repotting to reduce competition for nutrients
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA confirmed non-toxic; no adverse effects from ingestion
Humans: No known human toxicity; safe for handling and proximity
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental epiphytic orchid for indoor hanging displays and greenhouse collections
