Trichosalpinx caudata is a captivating miniature orchid from tropical America, featuring delicate, pendulous stems adorned with small, often uniquely shaped flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate
50% intensity
Bright, indirect light. Avoid direct midday sun which can scorch leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep consistently moist but allow slight drying between waterings.
Well-draining, Orchid mix
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Moderate
50% intensity
Warm to intermediate temperatures: 18-27°C (65-80°F) during the day, with a slight drop at night.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with diluted orchid fertilizer during the growing season.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep substrate consistently moist but not waterlogged, particularly during active growth. Reduce watering slightly during cooler, dormant periods.
Allow the top layer of the potting mix to dry out slightly between waterings to prevent root rot. Use filtered or distilled water to avoid mineral buildup.
Remove spent flower spikes at the base to encourage new growth. Trim any dead or yellowing leaves or pseudobulbs to maintain plant health and aesthetics.
This also helps prevent the spread of potential diseases and allows for better air circulation.
Propagation is typically done by division.
When the plant has produced several new pseudobulbs and outgrown its pot, carefully divide the rhizome using a sterile knife, ensuring each division has at least three pseudobulbs and healthy roots.
Replant divisions promptly.
Repot every 1-2 years or when the potting medium breaks down, typically after flowering. Use a well-draining orchid mix, such as bark and perlite.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current root ball to avoid overwatering issues.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Trichosalpinx Caudata (Trichosalpinx caudata)
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Liliopsida |
| Order | Asparagales |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Trichosalpinx |
| Species | Trichosalpinx caudata |
Similar in genus Trichosalpinx
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