Ribbon orchid (Tainia)

Ribbon orchid

Ribbon orchid is a genus of about thirty species of evergreen, terrestrial orchids in the (family Orchidaceae) distributed from India, China, Japan, Southeast Asia to New Guinea, the Solomon Islands and Queensland. Orchids in the genus ribbon orchid are evergreen, terrestrial herbaceous plants with upright, crowded, thin fleshy pseudobulbs. Each pseudobulb has a single, smooth or pleated leaf. The flower stalk emerges from the pseudobulb on the top of a leafless shoot and bears resupinate yellowish, brownish, red or purple small to moderately large flowers.

Scientific classification

Genus

Ribbon orchid (Tainia)

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Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

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Species

Dunn's tainia Insignificant tainia

Care Guide for Ribbon orchid

Every week

Water

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Originating from humid environments, ribbon orchid thrives with consistent moisture and high humidity. It requires weekly watering to avoid waterlogging. As an indoor plant, ribbon orchid prefers stable temperatures and indirect light, which aids in even water use throughout its growth cycles.

Propagation: Ribbon orchid propagation primarily involves pseudobulb division and seed sowing, with tissue culture as an alternative. Key requirements include moderate light, consistent temperatures (intermediate to warm), high humidity, and well-draining medium. Carefully manage watering to prevent fungal diseases, as growth is slow and specific.

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