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Jumellea arachnantha (Jumellea arachnantha)

Jumellea arachnantha is an orchid species native to Madagascar, recognized for its distinctive spider-like white and green flowers.

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Sunlight

Provide bright, indirect light.

Watering

Water when the top inch of the potting medium is dry.

Soil

A well-draining orchid mix is essential, typically containing bark, sphagnum moss, and perlite. Good aeration is key.

Temperature

Maintain intermediate temperatures.

Habitat

Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed regularly during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Provide bright, indirect light.

Avoid direct sun exposure.

Water

Water when the top inch of the potting medium is dry.

Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.

Soil

A well-draining orchid mix is essential, typically containing bark, sphagnum moss, and perlite. Good aeration is key.

Temperature

Maintain intermediate temperatures.

Ideal range is 18-25°C during the day, slightly cooler at night.

Habitat

Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed regularly during the growing season.

Use a diluted orchid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot

Plant Environment

Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.3-0.5 m

Spread

0.2-0.3 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Lanceolate

Flower Size

3-5 cm

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Synonyms
Aeranthes arachnantha Rchb.f.
Aeranthes gladiator Rchb.f.
Aeranthes phalaenophora Rchb.f.
Angraecum gracilipes Rolfe
Jumellea gladiator (Rchb.f.) Schltr.
Jumellea phalaenophora (Rchb.f.) Schltr.
Jumellea sagittata H.Perrier
Mystacidium arachnanthus (Rchb.f.) T.Durand & Schinz
Mystacidium gladiator (Rchb.f.) T.Durand & Schinz
Mystacidium phalaenophorum (Rchb.f.) T.Durand & Schinz
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyOrchidaceae
  • genusJumellea
  • speciesJumellea arachnantha
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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