Cat's-tail orchid (Aerides)

Cat's-tail orchid

Also known as: Fox brush orchid

It grows mainly in the warm lowlands of tropical Asia from India to southern China to New Guinea. The species in this genus range from small to large monopodial epiphytes, except for Aerides krabiensis, which is a lithophyte. They form pendulous racemes with many long-lasting, fragrant, waxy flowers, which are often white with purple or pink edges. Some species have purple or pink flowers, and a few have yellow. Each flower has a forward-facing spur and grows on a sharp, stout, leafy stem. The leaves are distichous, growing in two vertical rows. The leaf margins are bilobed, and the apex is emarginate.

Scientific classification

Genus

Cat's-tail orchid (Aerides)

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Perennial

Lifespan

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Species

The rose colored aerides

Care Guide for Cat's-tail orchid

Every week

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Originating from tropical rainforests, cat's-tail orchid thrives in high humidity, preferring atmospheric moisture over direct watering. It tolerates brief dry spells but benefits from weekly watering. As an epiphytic plant indoors, maintaining humidity is crucial for its optimal growth and ornamental appeal.

Propagation: Propagation of cat's-tail orchid primarily involves division and keiki development, requiring warm temperatures, high humidity, and bright, indirect light. Steps include removing the plant, sterilizing tools, dividing pseudobulbs, and mounting in a suitable medium, maintaining moisture until establishment.

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