Water
Keep the substrate consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly during the dormant period in winter.
Overwatering can lead to root rot, while excessive dryness will stress the plant.
Also known as Ladies-Tresses · Ladies’ Tresse
Chinese Spiranthes (Spiranthes sinensis) is an elegant terrestrial orchid with spiraling spikes of delicate white to pink flowers, thriving in moist, well-drained soils.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light
75% intensity
Prefers morning sun or filtered light. Avoid intense, direct afternoon sun which can scorch leaves.
Consistent moisture
75% intensity
Avoid waterlogged conditions. Reduce watering during winter dormancy.
Peat
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers daytime temperatures between 20-25°C and nighttime temperatures around 15-18°C. Avoid extreme fluctuations.
Light feeding
50% intensity
Diluted orchid fertilizer during the growing season. Cease in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the substrate consistently moist but not waterlogged during the growing season. Reduce watering significantly during the dormant period in winter.
Overwatering can lead to root rot, while excessive dryness will stress the plant.
Pruning is generally not required for Spiranthes sinensis. Remove any spent flower stalks or dead foliage at the base of the plant to maintain a tidy appearance and prevent potential disease.
This is usually done after flowering.
Propagation is primarily done through division of the tubers during repotting. Carefully separate the offsets, ensuring each division has at least one growth point and some root material.
Replant immediately into suitable medium.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the potting medium begins to break down. The best time to repot is after flowering when the plant is entering its dormant phase. Use a well-draining orchid mix.
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Where Chinese Spiranthes (Spiranthes sinensis) 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 | Spiranthes |
| Species | Spiranthes sinensis |
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