Vanda flabellata (The Fan-Shaped Aerides)

Vanda flabellata (The Fan-Shaped Aerides) brown yellow flower close up for garden interest
Vanda flabellata (The Fan-Shaped Aerides) cluster of distinct brown yellow flowers with purple edges

Botanical names: Vanda flabellata, Aerides flabellata

Common name: The Fan-Shaped Aerides

Family: Orchidaceae

Origin: Thailand

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant form: Small
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Semi-shadeSun exposure: Semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Epiphyte plantWatering: Epiphyte. Needs light, frequent misting or soaking to stay hydrated.
Red, crimson, vinous flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: Red, crimson, vinous; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

This is a very fragrant orchid with beautiful, long lasting blooms. Sepals and petals are yellow to yellow-green variously spotted and overlaid chestnut to mahogany. The labellium will be white variously spotted purple.

Similar plants: Vanda flabellata (The Fan-Shaped Aerides)


Vanda flabellata (The Fan-Shaped Aerides) brown and yellow flower close up
Vanda flabellata (The Fan-Shaped Aerides) cluster with small brown petals and yellow lips.
Vanda flabellata (The Fan-Shaped Aerides) brown yellow flower cluster hanging from a green orchid plant.
Vanda flabellata (The Fan-Shaped Aerides) orchid with brown yellow flowers and long narrow green leaves.
Vanda flabellata (The Fan-Shaped Aerides) close up yellow flower with purple accents on green stem.
Vanda flabellata (The Fan-Shaped Aerides) yellow flower with purple accents attached to a thin green stem.


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