Species Orchid, Rothschild's Ancistrochilus

Ancistrochilusrothschildianus

Family
Orchidaceae (or-kid-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Ancistrochilus (an-siss-tro-KY-lus)
Species
rothschildianus (roths-child-ee-AH-nus)
Synonym
Ancistrochilus hirsutissimus
Pachystoma rothschildianum
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Deciduous
Smooth
Height
under 6 in. (15 cm)
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
Bloom Color
Pale Pink
Magenta (pink-purple)
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Epiphytes
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Suitable for growing in containers
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are fragrant
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
By dividing rhizomes, tubers, corms or bulbs (including offsets)
From seed; germinate in vitro in gelatin, agar or other medium
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional

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