Angraecum eburneum
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Angraecum eburneum

Ivory Angraecum

Tier 2 Difficulty: hard Water: high Light: partial_sun
Temperature
20–41 °C
Soil pH
5–6
Hardiness
Zone 12–13
Click count
15
Observations
68

Description

Source: leafsnap

Angraecum eburneum is a species of orchid. Their common name the "comet orchid". They generally grow up to 2 metres (6 ft 7 in) in height and grows 10 to 15 flowers per plant. They are native to Madagascar, Comoros, Seychelles, Réunion, Mauritius, Kenya, and Tanzania.

Care Guide

💧 Water

The ivory-colored Angraecum thrives in humid environments and should be watered twice a week to mimic its natural habitat. While it has a moderate tolerance for drought, regular misting is beneficial to maintain the humidity needed for its lush evergreen foliage, especially when grown indoors as an ornamental plant.

☀️ Light Partial sun

Ivory-colored angraecum is native to habitats such as forest understories and rocky areas, where it occurs in natural shade. It prefers partial sun but can adapt to full sun or full shade, demonstrating its versatile and hardy nature.

Ideal: Partial sun
🌡️ Temperature 20–41.1°C

Ivory-colored angraecum prefers warm conditions. It performs best in moderately high temperatures, but not in very hot, humid weather. Sunlight helps warm the plant and encourages flowering. However, long periods of direct sun in summer can cause sunburn, so the amount of light it receives should be limited during that season. The plant is generally not tolerant of cold, so it needs proper protection and warmer temperatures in winter to avoid freezing.

Ideal temperature: 20–41.1°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 5-6
Soil pH: 5-6
🌱 Fertilizer

Appropriate fertilization is essential for the health and appearance of the Ivory-colored angraecum. Fertilize the Ivory-colored angraecum in summer, applying it once a month throughout the season. Nutrients support growth and sustain the plant's parts. Feeding the plant boosts the Ivory-colored angraecum's flower display, ensuring top-quality blooms.

🪴 Pot & Repot

When repotting Ivory-colored angraecum, select a pot that is slightly larger with good drainage, preferably a clear orchid pot. Use an orchid-specific, well-draining mix that contains bark or moss. Gently clean the roots and trim any that are dead or rotting. Repot after flowering, usually in spring or fall, water thoroughly, and place in bright, indirect light. Avoid disturbing the roots once repotted.

✂️ Pruning

The elegant, ivory-colored blooms of the Angraecum plant thrive with light pruning, which is best done from early to late spring. To encourage growth, remove dead stems and spent flowers, but be careful not to over-prune, as this can cause stress to the plant. Proper pruning not only enhances blooming but also reduces the risk of fungal infections.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Angraecum
Family
Orchidaceae
Hardiness Zone
12-13
Mature Height
61 cm to 91 cm
Mature Spread
40 cm to 61 cm
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
White
Flower Size
6.35 cm to 10.16 cm
Bloom Time
Winter
Planting Time
Spring, Summer
Harvest Time
Spring

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Common Names (1)

en Ivory Angraecum