Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

ID: 2180

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# spp.: N/A (from genus_families table) | 0 (from names table)

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Family: Orchidaceae

Family ja: ラン

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Description en: Bigeneric hybrid genus of deciduous orchids, a cross between Anguloa and Lycaste, with conical pseudobulbs and broadly lance-shaped, soft, folded leaves, to 60cm (24in) or more long. They are grown for their large, solitary, tulip-like, fragrant, often colourful flowers, which are borne in profusion in spring.

Hardiness en: Frost tender.

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Propagation en: Remove oldest pseudo-bulbs and pot up separately, leaving at least 4 on the main plant, or divide when the plant overgrows its container.

Pests en: Prone to red spider mites, aphids, and mealybugs.

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Update information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2020-07-05 11:41