Trichopilia laxa is a delicate orchid species native to South America, known for its dainty, white flowers and graceful growth habit.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
50% intensity
Bright, indirect light. Avoid direct midday sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep potting medium consistently moist but not soggy.
Orchid bark mix
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Moderate
50% intensity
Warm to intermediate temperatures, ideally 20-28°C during the day and 15-18°C at night.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with balanced orchid fertilizer during active growth.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Trichopilia laxa thoroughly when the potting medium is almost dry. Avoid letting it sit in waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot. Reduce watering slightly during cooler, less active growth periods.
Consistent moisture is key during active growth and flowering.
Pruning is generally minimal for Trichopilia laxa. Remove spent flower spikes and any dead or decaying leaves or pseudobulbs at their base using sterile cutting tools.
This helps maintain the plant's health and appearance.
Propagation is typically done by division. When the plant becomes overcrowded in its pot, carefully divide the pseudobulbs, ensuring each division has at least three healthy pseudobulbs and some roots.
Repot the divisions into fresh orchid mix.
Repot Trichopilia laxa every two to three years, or when the potting medium begins to break down. Use a well-draining orchid mix. Repot after flowering, when new root growth is evident, to minimize stress on the plant.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Trichopilia Laxa (Trichopilia laxa)
Where Trichopilia Laxa (Trichopilia laxa) 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 | Trichopilia |
| Species | Trichopilia laxa |
Similar in genus Trichopilia
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