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A large terrestrial orchid with brown-white flowers in spikes, also called Nun's Orchid.
Phaius tankervilleae, the Nun's Orchid, is a large terrestrial orchid native to a wide range spanning southern China, Taiwan, Southeast Asia, New Guinea, northern Australia, and the Pacific islands. Plants grow 60–120 cm with large, pleated leaves and upright inflorescences bearing ten to thirty flowers, each 6–10 cm across, with brownish-red outer surfaces and white to cream inner surfaces, creating a distinctive bicolor effect. Flowering occurs in spring (March–May). Cultivation requires partial shade, temperatures of 15–30°C, humus-rich soil in large pots or in-ground planting, and ample water with regular fertilization. Its imposing size and showy flower spikes make it a statement plant for warm gardens or large greenhouses.
Origem
southern China, Taiwan, Southeast Asia, New Guinea, northern Australia, and Pacific islands
Expectativa de vida
10+ years
Tamanho
60-120cm
Temperatura
15〜30℃
Umidade
50〜70%
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Large
Can be planted in ground
15-30°C
Brown-white contrast
Intermediate. Esta é uma espécie de nível intermediário. Alguma experiência prévia e conhecimento de gestão ambiental são recomendados.
A temperatura ideal para Phaius Tankervilleae é 15〜30℃. A umidade recomendada é 50〜70%. Evite mudanças bruscas de temperatura e mantenha um ambiente estável.
A expectativa de vida média de Phaius Tankervilleae é 10+ years. Com cuidados e nutrição adequados, podem viver uma vida longa e saudável.
Phaius Tankervilleae normalmente atinge 60-120cm quando adulto. O tamanho pode variar dependendo das condições de cuidado e genética individual.
Phaius Tankervilleae se alimenta de: −. Busque uma dieta equilibrada com frequência de alimentação adequada.
O preço de Phaius Tankervilleae varia significativamente dependendo do morfo, tamanho e linhagem. Consulte nossa página de preços de mercado para informações atualizadas.
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