Trisetella triglochin is a miniature orchid native to cloud forests of Ecuador, featuring tiny, delicate flowers with three prominent, needle-like sepals.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright, indirect light.
75% intensity
Avoid direct sunlight, which can scorch the leaves.
Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged.
75% intensity
Allow the top layer of the potting medium to dry slightly between waterings.
Orchid bark mix
50% intensity
Moderate temperatures.
50% intensity
Prefers daytime temperatures of 20-25°C and nighttime temperatures of 15-18°C.
Regular feeding during growth.
50% intensity
Use a diluted, balanced orchid fertilizer during the growing season.
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
Trisetella triglochin prefers consistently moist but not waterlogged conditions. Water thoroughly when the potting medium begins to dry out, usually every few days during active growth.
Reduce watering slightly during cooler, dormant periods, allowing the substrate to dry more between waterings to prevent root rot.
Pruning Trisetella triglochin is minimal. Remove spent flower spikes and any dead or damaged leaves close to the pseudobulb. This helps maintain plant health and aesthetics, preventing potential disease issues.
Pruning is best done with sterile cutting tools.
Propagation of Trisetella triglochin is primarily achieved through division.
When the plant becomes crowded, typically every 2-3 years, carefully divide the pseudobulbs, ensuring each division has at least 2-3 healthy pseudobulbs and roots. Replant immediately into suitable orchid mix.
Repot Trisetella triglochin every 2-3 years, or when the potting medium begins to break down. Use a well-draining orchid mix, such as bark or sphagnum moss.
Repotting is best done after flowering to minimize stress on the plant.
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Where Trisetella Triglochin (Trisetella triglochin) 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 | Trisetella |
| Species | Trisetella triglochin |
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