Papilionanthe subulata

Also known as: The Awl or Papilionanthe cylindrica Aerides cylindrica Cymbidium cylindricum Limodorum subulatum in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: India

General Information

The Awl is a monopodial cool to warm growing epiphytic orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to India.

Plant Description

Monopodial. Each new growth has numerous terete shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Autumn

Blooming Season

• Autumn
• Summer

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. 

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,