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Description
Tropidia Polystachya is a unique and exotic orchid species that is native to Southeast Asia. It is commonly known as the “Many-Spiked Tropidia” due to its numerous and densely packed flower spikes. This orchid species is highly prized among collectors for its stunning appearance, which features small yellow-green flowers with brownish-red markings. Tropidia Polystachya can reach a height of up to 50 centimeters and produces flowers that are about 1 centimeter in diameter.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya ||——–|———|| Kingdom | Plantae || Phylum | Tracheophyta || Class | Liliopsida || Order | Asparagales || Family | Orchidaceae || Genus | Tropidia |
Appearance
Tropidia Polystachya is an epiphytic orchid that grows on trees and rocks in its natural habitat. It has a slender stem that is covered in small, oval-shaped leaves that are about 2 centimeters long. The flowers of Tropidia Polystachya are arranged in a densely packed spike that can contain up to 100 individual flowers. The flowers themselves are small and have a yellow-green color with brownish-red markings on the lip. The lip of the flower is highly modified and resembles a small beak. The flowers of Tropidia Polystachya are highly fragrant and can last for several weeks.
Care Guide
Tropidia Polystachya is a relatively easy orchid species to care for. It prefers a well-draining and slightly acidic growing medium, such as a mixture of orchid bark and perlite. This orchid species prefers bright, indirect sunlight and can be grown indoors near a window or outdoors in a shaded area. Tropidia Polystachya should be watered regularly, but be careful not to overwater. Allow the growing medium to dry out slightly between waterings. Fertilize this orchid species with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season, and reduce fertilization during the winter months. Tropidia Polystachya is hardy in USDA hardiness zones 10 to 12.
Common Pests & Diseases
Tropidia Polystachya is relatively pest and disease resistant, but it can be susceptible to common orchid pests such as mealybugs, scale insects, and spider mites. To prevent these pests, inspect your orchid regularly and treat any infestations with an appropriate pesticide. Tropidia Polystachya can also be susceptible to root rot if overwatered or grown in a poorly draining growing medium. To prevent root rot, ensure that the growing medium is well-draining and that the orchid is not overwatered.
Habitat
Tropidia Polystachya is native to Southeast Asia, including the countries of Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. This orchid species grows in humid and tropical forests, typically growing on trees and rocks as an epiphyte. Tropidia Polystachya can also be found growing in disturbed areas, such as along roadsides and in abandoned gardens.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water Tropidia Polystachya?
A: Tropidia Polystachya should be watered regularly, but be careful not to overwater. Allow the growing medium to dry out slightly between waterings.
Q: Can Tropidia Polystachya be grown indoors?
A: Yes, Tropidia Polystachya can be grown indoors near a window that receives bright, indirect sunlight.
Q: What is the ideal temperature range for Tropidia Polystachya?
A: Tropidia Polystachya prefers temperatures between 60 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit.
Q: How often should Tropidia Polystachya be fertilized?
A: Tropidia Polystachya should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season, and reduce fertilization during the winter months.
Related Plants
– Dendrobium Nobile- Cymbidium- Phalaenopsis- Epidendrum- Vanda
References
– Flora of China: Tropidia Polystachya- Royal Horticultural Society: Tropidia Polystachya- Orchid Society of Southeast Asia: Tropidia Polystachya
