Habenaria sagittifera is a terrestrial orchid native to Southeast Asia, known for its elegant and intricate floral structures. It thrives in specific humid forest environ
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
50% intensity
Bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sun.
Moderate to High
75% intensity
Keep moist during growth, reduce in dormancy.
Well-draining, humus-rich
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Daytime: 20-25°C. Nighttime: 15-18°C. Avoid drafts.
Moderate
50% intensity
Diluted balanced orchid fertilizer during growth.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water generously when the potting mix is almost dry. During the growing season, maintain consistent moisture but avoid waterlogging. Reduce watering significantly during the dormant period to prevent root rot.
Ensure good drainage to prevent fungal diseases.
Prune away spent flower stalks at the base once flowering is complete. Remove any dead, damaged, or diseased leaves and pseudobulbs as needed. Sterilize pruning tools to prevent the spread of disease.
Light pruning encourages healthy new growth.
Propagation is primarily done through division of established clumps during repotting. Carefully separate pseudobulbs with at least two healthy roots attached.
Allow the divisions to dry for a day or two before repotting into a well-draining orchid mix.
Repot every two to three years, or when the potting medium begins to break down. Use a well-draining orchid mix, such as bark-based media. Repot after flowering or at the beginning of the growing season.
Ensure the pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Habenaria Sagittifera (Habenaria sagittifera)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Habenaria |
| Species | Habenaria sagittifera |
Similar in genus Habenaria
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