Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

Details of genus: Angulocaste [2180]

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Family: Orchidaceae

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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

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