Angraecum pseudofilicornu

Also known as: The False Threaded Spur Angraecum in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

The False Threaded Spur Angraecum is a small cool to hot growing epiphytic orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.

Altitude
960 - 1000 m
0
2500
Size
26 - 50 cm
Miniature
Small
Medium
Large
Extra Large
Giant
Flower Size
12.5 - 12.5 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
9 - 22 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
22000 - 22000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous terete shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous long lasting, fragrant blossoms appear during Spring

Fragrance

The orchid is fragrant.

Blooming Season

  • Spring

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 high 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,

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