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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Prefers bright, indirect light and partial shade
Watering
Keep evenly moist, allow slight drying between waterings
Temperature
Cool to intermediate conditions; avoid extremes
Characteristics
- Leaves: Lanceolate, fleshy, leathery, arranged distichously along slender stems, 3 - 6 cm long, entire margins;
- Flowers: Solitary, small (3 - 5 mm), yellow-green, produced on short peduncles from leaf bases, sepals and petals narrow, lip simple;
- Stem: Erect, terete, green, supporting single leaf per node;
- Roots: Fine, wiry, adapted for epiphytic attachment.
Care Guide
Watering
Water frequently to maintain moisture; ensure good drainage
Fertilization
Light feeding with orchid-safe fertilizer at quarter strength every 2 weeks. Requires dilute, balanced orchid fertilizer during active growth
Banana peel tea：Soak chopped banana peel in water for 48 hours, strain, dilute 1:5 before applying; use sparingly to avoid attracting pestsPruning
- Remove spent flower stalks at the base;
- Trim dried or yellowing leaves promptly;
- Inspect and clean roots during repotting;
- Avoid heavy pruning—retain healthy leaves for photosynthesis.
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: Non-toxic to cats per ASPCA
Humans: No known toxicity to humans under normal handling
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: - Grown as a collector’s orchid for miniature displays; - Suitable for terrariums and specialized orchidariums.
