Aerangis kirkii

Also known as: Kirk's Aerangis or Angraecum bilobum var. kirkii Angraecum apiculatum var. kirkii in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Ethiopia Kenya

General Information

Kirk's Aerangis is a hot growing epiphytic orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Ethiopia and Kenya. It is named after the English Council in Zanzibar and orchid enthusiast in the 1900's.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous lance shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous fragrant blossoms appear during Autumn

Fragrance

The orchid is fragrant.

Blooming Season

• Autumn

Care Notes

These orchids have a fine root system that can quickly die back if left dry for too long, but also does not like to be kept wet, so water regularly but ensure that the mix is dry before watering. 

Fragrant:

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Climate

Grows at low elevations.

Potting

These plants are quite forgiving and will do well repotted ever 2-3 years. The mix should be coarse, well draining, and allow space for air to move and for roots to grow. 

Alternatively, these plants will also do well mounted to tree fern or cork slabs, or mounted to trees.

Best time for repotting or mounting the orchids is the end of winter when new growths start to appear. Avoid repotting during hot weather,