Native of the North of Latin America, Brassia rex is also called "spider orchid" due to its large smelly flowers with long sepal, reaching 50 cm. Easy to grow with enough light, this epiphytic plant can reach 80 cm high and makes numerous flowers.
Currently not in bloom.
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Conseils spécifiques pour cette espèce
Température
From 15 to 30°C, ideally between 18 and 25°C. A temperature drop at night enhances blooming.
Eau
Rainwater or demineralized water. The soil must be kept humid but don't let water stand in the tray.
Engrais
In spring and summer, it is beneficial to feed them with orchid fertilizer twice a month, so as to bring minerals and nitrogen the plants need.
Luminosité
Strong light but no full sun.
Substrat
Mix for orchids and Nepenthes, made of sphagnum moss, bark, coco fiber and peat moss.