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Tapered Sphinx Orchid (Liparis condylobulbon)

Liparis condylobulbon is a small, terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia, known for its slender pseudobulbs and delicate flowers.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil is dry, allowing for slight drying between waterings.

Soil

A well-draining orchid mix, such as bark chips, perlite, and sphagnum moss, is recommended.

Temperature

Warm to intermediate temperatures.

Habitat

Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced orchid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light.

Protect from direct sunlight which can cause leaf scorch.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil is dry, allowing for slight drying between waterings.

Avoid waterlogging; ensure good drainage.

Soil

A well-draining orchid mix, such as bark chips, perlite, and sphagnum moss, is recommended.

Temperature

Warm to intermediate temperatures.

Ideal range is 18-25°C during the day, with a slight drop at night.

Habitat

Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced orchid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season.

Apply every 2-4 weeks; reduce in cooler months.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Ground

Plant Environment

Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.15-0.3 m

Spread

0.1-0.2 m

Growth Rate

Slow

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

0.5-1 cm

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Synonyms
Blepharoglossum condylobulbon (Rchb.f.) L.Li
Blepharoglossum riparium (J.J.Sm.) Ormerod & Juswara
Cestichis clemensiae Ames
Cestichis condylobulbon (Rchb.f.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones
Cestichis persimilis (Schltr.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones
Cestichis vestita Ames
Gyrostachys nesophila (Rchb.f.) Kuntze
Leptorkis condylobulbon (Rchb.f.) Kuntze
Liparis clemensiae (Ames) Ames
Liparis confusa J.J.Sm.
Liparis dolichopoda Hayata
Liparis nesophila Rchb.f.
Liparis persimilis Schltr.
Liparis riparia J.J.Sm.
Liparis savaiiensis H.Fleischm. & Rech.
Liparis treubii J.J.Sm.
Stichorkis condylobulbon (Rchb.f.) Marg., Szlach. & Kulak
Stichorkis persimilis (Schltr.) Marg., Szlach. & Kulak
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classLiliopsida
  • orderAsparagales
  • familyOrchidaceae
  • genusLiparis
  • speciesLiparis condylobulbon
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

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Toxic for pets

No

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Edible

No

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