Gastrochilus patinatus

PLANT INFORMATION

• Family: Orchidaceae

• Distribution: Borneo, Malaya, Sumatera

• Type of Plant: Epiphytic subshrub

• Altitude: around 300 MASL

CARE REQUIREMENTS

• Pot/Mount: Mount

• Temperature: Warm to cool (intermediate)

• Water: Water once or twice a week, keep dry in between

• Light: Bright morning light or shaded afternoon light

• Air circulation: Moist air movement

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Blooming Period: Bloom in Winter

• Fragrance: None

• Flowering Size/Type: 25 mm across / 5 - 6 flowers

NOTES

• Temperature Definition

  • Warm: Daytime 30°C - 35°C (86°F - 90°F) & Nighttime 22°C - 28°C (72°F - 79°F)

  • Cool: Daytime 18°C - 25°C (64°F - 77°F) & Nighttime 10°C - 15°C (50°F - 59°F)

  • Cold: Daytime 10°C - 15°C (50°F - 59°F) & Nighttime 3°C - 8°C (37°F - 46°F)