Rhynchostylis gigantea Pink

Rhynchostylis gigantea Pink

1 plant Seedling size , pot 1 " 

🌿 Rhynchostylis gigantea Cultivation Guide

📍 Overview

Rhynchostylis gigantea is a tropical, monopodial orchid native to Southeast Asia. It produces highly fragrant flowers (often in white, red, pink, or spotted patterns) that bloom in dense, pendulous clusters. It's a slow grower, but very rewarding once mature.

☀️ Light

• Needs bright, filtered light—similar to Vanda orchids, but slightly less intense.

• Avoid harsh midday sun; leaves will burn easily.

• Ideal placement: near an east- or west-facing window with sheer curtain.

• Leaves should be medium green—not dark (too little light) or yellowish (too much).

🌡️ Temperature

• Warm to hot growing:

  • Day: 25–35 °C (77–95 °F)

  • Night: 18–22 °C (64–72 °F)

• Protect from cold drafts or temps below 15 °C (59 °F).

💧 Watering

• Likes daily watering in warm weather—especially when mounted or in baskets.

• Water early in the day to allow leaves to dry before night.

• In cooler months, reduce frequency but do not let it dry out completely.

🌬️ Humidity & Airflow

• Thrives in 60–80% humidity.

• Needs strong air circulation to prevent rot, especially around the roots and crown.

• Ideal for open baskets or mounted culture with plenty of airflow.

🪴 Potting Options

• Often grown bare root, in wooden baskets, or mounted on slabs for maximum air movement.

• If potted, use very coarse media like large bark, charcoal, or coconut husk chips.

• Avoid water-retentive media; roots need to dry slightly between waterings.

🌱 Fertilizer

• During active growth (spring to fall), apply balanced orchid fertilizer (20-20-20 or similar) weekly at ¼ to ½ strength.

• In winter, reduce feeding to once every 2–4 weeks.

• Flush roots with plain water monthly to avoid salt buildup.

🌸 Flowering

• Blooms once per year, typically in late fall to winter.

• Flower spikes emerge from the base of the plant.

• Each spike carries up to 30+ fragrant flowers that last 3–4 weeks