Aerides odorata (Fragrant Aerides)
Aerides odorata (Fragrant Aerides) with multiple drooping white flower spikes and long slender green leaves
Botanical name: Aerides odorata
Common name: Fragrant Aerides
Family: Orchidaceae
Origin: Indochina, Himalaya
USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map
USDA Zone: 9-10
Plant form: Small
Mature height: 2-5 ft
Sun exposure: Semi-shade
Cold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular; epiphyte. Needs light, frequent misting or soaking to stay hydrated.
Flower color: Pink; white and off-white
Suitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrance: Fragrant; perfume plantThis species is a large to giant sized, highly variable, hot to cool growing epiphyte. Like related genera, Aerides are best grown in open slatted baskets. Aerides species require ample water, every day in warm climates. 70% or higher relative humidity is beneficial although the plants can be grown lower. They require bright filtered light with some direct sunlight in the morning, semi-shade area placement is perfect.
Similar plants: Aerides odorata (Fragrant Aerides)
Aerides odorata (Fragrant Aerides) cluster of small white and purple flowers resting among green leaves.
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