Water
Water thoroughly when the potting medium is nearly dry. Reduce watering significantly during the cooler, dormant period to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions, which Cyrtopodium macrobulbon dislikes.
Also known as Grandeur Bulb Orchid
Cyrtopodium macrobulbon is a terrestrial orchid native to South America, known for its large pseudobulbs and showy flower spikes.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, Indirect
75% intensity
Provide bright, filtered light. Avoid direct sun, which can scorch leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow potting medium to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-draining orchid mix
50% intensity
Warm to Intermediate
75% intensity
Enjoys daytime temperatures between 20-29°C and slightly cooler nights (15-20°C).
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during active growth with diluted orchid fertilizer. None during dormancy.
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 nearly dry. Reduce watering significantly during the cooler, dormant period to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to avoid waterlogged conditions, which Cyrtopodium macrobulbon dislikes.
Remove spent flower spikes at the base once blooming is complete. Cut away any dead, damaged, or diseased foliage or pseudobulbs as needed to maintain plant health and appearance. Sterilize pruning tools between cuts.
Propagation is typically done by division of mature pseudobulbs during repotting. Ensure each division has at least three healthy pseudobulbs and some roots.
Allow the cut surfaces to callus before repotting in a suitable orchid mix.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the potting medium breaks down, typically after flowering. Use a well-draining orchid mix, such as bark chips and perlite. Repotting is best done in spring as new growth emerges.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Cyrtopodium Macrobulbon (Cyrtopodium macrobulbon)
Where Cyrtopodium Macrobulbon (Cyrtopodium macrobulbon) 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 | Cyrtopodium |
| Species | Cyrtopodium macrobulbon |
Similar in genus Cyrtopodium
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