Orchid identification
7 years ago
Hi,
Can ayone help me identify this orchid? It looks like a phalaenopsis, but it has a gigantic bulb (plus the stringy roots). It's been in the same media for several years, and I'm looking to repot it in some newer material.
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- 7 years ago
The edges of the leaves have hairs on them. It looks like a phalaenopsis, but those don't have bulbs (and I have several of those). Is this even an orchid??
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Comments (11)Hello - To me this looks just like a Thunia (Genus). I once had a white flowered Thunia, though I cannot remember the species (maybe T. alba). It is deciduous and requires a very dry, cool winter rest, then heavy feeding and watering when in growth. Mine bloomed for me, but I passed it on to another orchid society member in favor of making room for other species. You can find this on orchidspecies.com Best of luck Maryanne in WMass...See MoreNew to orchids- identification and care questions
Comments (2)You have a Phalaenopsis. Care notes from the American Orchid Society are in the link. As to why your plant is losing blooms. Might be normal due to length of bloom time. Might be something in your care routine or something related to the conditions where you are growing your plant. Here is a link that might be useful: AOS culture notes...See MoreOrchid identification
Comments (6)Your plant is a Brassovola. Mine grows in full, Florida sun inside a screen patio (so I suppose the screen gives a bit of filter). In NY I would have it in full SW window and would get a few blooms. Checked it yesterday and it now has 14 spikes. Loves the Florida sun/heat. I am growing it bare rooted. Unfortunately, something ate 5 spikes. Gradually, move it into stronger light. You will get flowers as your plant looks healthy. This is not a good shot but gives you an idea about light. Jane...See MoreOrchid identification and potting question
Comments (5)It appears to be an oncidium of some kind. A pot with slits on the side is much better. I do not like the potting medium. I would drown the plant. I water a lot. Water every day get lava rock. If you water 2 or 3 times a week add bark and charcoal. Water once a week get plastic pots. Keep it above 50 degrees. Morning sun afternoon bright shade....See More- 7 years ago
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