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Arachnisflos-aeris

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Arachnis flos-aeris by DaylilySLP
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Family
Orchidaceae (or-kid-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Arachnis (a-RAK-nis)
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Species
flos-aeris (flos EE-riss)
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Synonym
Aerides arachnites
Aerides matutina
Arachnanthe flos-aeris
Arachnanthe moschifera
Epidendrum aerosanthum
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Smooth
Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing

Unknown - Tell us

Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Color
Green
Maroon/Burgundy
Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Late Fall/Early Winter
Other Details
Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Epiphytes
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color

Unknown - Tell us

Where to Grow
Suitable for growing in containers
Bloom Characteristics

Unknown - Tell us

Bloom Size

Unknown - Tell us

Other details

Unknown - Tell us

Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From herbaceous stem cuttings
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

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Naples, Florida

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