Water
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months when growth slows.
Also known as Green Midge-Orchid
Genoplesium pumilum, the Green Midge Orchid, is a small terrestrial orchid from Australia with delicate green flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Provide bright, indirect light. Protect from direct sun, which can cause leaf scorch.
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Avoid direct sunlight
Keep soil consistently moist during the growing season, but allow slight drying between waterings. Reduce watering during dormancy.
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Requires well-draining, humus-rich soil, similar to that found in its native woodland habitat.
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Ideal temperatures range from 15-25°C during the day, with a slight drop at night.
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Avoid extreme fluctuations
Outdoor
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Use a diluted orchid fertilizer during the growing season. Do not fertilize during dormancy.
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Half-strength 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 |
Non-toxic to pets and humans.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top inch of soil feels dry. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months when growth slows.
Pruning is generally not required. Remove any dead or yellowing leaves at the base of the plant to maintain health and appearance. Deadheading spent flowers can encourage further blooming.
Propagation is typically done by division of established clumps during repotting. Seed propagation is complex and usually undertaken by specialists.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the potting medium breaks down. Use a well-draining orchid mix. Repot after flowering when new growth begins.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Green Midge Orchid (Genoplesium pumilum)
Where Green Midge Orchid (Genoplesium pumilum) 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 | Genoplesium |
| Species | Genoplesium pumilum |
Similar in genus Genoplesium
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