Water
Water thoroughly when the potting medium is almost dry. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering slightly during cooler, dormant periods. Ensure good air circulation around the roots to aid drying.
Aerangis verdickii is a small to medium-sized, warm to hot growing epiphyte orchid with a stout stem and leathery leaves. It blooms with fragrant white flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
75% intensity
Bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow to nearly dry out between waterings.
Orchid potting mix
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Daytime 20-26°C, nighttime 14-18°C.
Moderate
50% intensity
Diluted orchid fertilizer during growth.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the potting medium is almost dry. Avoid waterlogging, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering slightly during cooler, dormant periods. Ensure good air circulation around the roots to aid drying.
Remove dead or yellowing leaves and spent flower spikes. Pruning is generally minimal for this species. Ensure clean cuts with sterile tools to prevent disease transmission. Focus on maintaining good air circulation.
This orchid is typically propagated by division.
When the plant has multiple pseudobulbs and is large enough, carefully divide the root mass using a sterile knife, ensuring each division has healthy roots and at least two pseudobulbs. Pot separately.
Repot every 1-2 years, or when the potting medium breaks down. Use a well-draining orchid mix, such as bark or sphagnum moss. Repot after flowering, or in spring when new growth emerges, to minimize stress.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Aerangis Verdickii (Aerangis verdickii)
Where Aerangis Verdickii (Aerangis verdickii) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Aerangis |
| Species | Aerangis verdickii |
Similar in genus Aerangis
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