Gongora armeniaca is a species of orchid native to Colombia and Ecuador. It features pendulous flower spikes with uniquely shaped, fragrant blooms.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect
75% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch leaves. East-facing windows are often ideal.
Keep consistently moist
75% intensity
Allow slight drying between waterings, reduce in cooler months.
Well-draining orchid mix
50% intensity
Intermediate to warm
75% intensity
Daytime: 21-29°C, Nighttime: 15-18°C. Avoid drastic temperature fluctuations.
Regular feeding during growth
50% intensity
Use diluted balanced orchid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during active growth.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Gongora armeniaca prefers consistently moist but not waterlogged conditions. Water thoroughly when the potting medium begins to feel dry. Reduce watering slightly during cooler periods.
Good air circulation is essential to prevent root rot, so allow the surface to dry slightly between waterings.
Pruning for Gongora armeniaca is minimal. Remove spent flower spikes to encourage further blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Dead or damaged pseudobulbs or leaves can be carefully trimmed away with sterile tools.
Focus on plant health rather than aggressive shaping.
Propagation of Gongora armeniaca is typically done by division.
When the plant becomes too large for its pot, divide the pseudobulbs into sections, ensuring each division has at least 2-3 healthy pseudobulbs and some roots. Replant divisions immediately in a suitable orchid mix.
Repot Gongora armeniaca every 1-2 years or when the potting medium begins to break down. Use a well-draining orchid mix, such as bark chips or sphagnum moss.
Repot after flowering when new root growth is evident to minimize stress and disruption.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Gongora Armeniaca (Gongora armeniaca)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Gongora |
| Species | Gongora armeniaca |
Similar in genus Gongora
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