Cyrtosia septentrionalis
Akebian-fruit orchid
Description
Source: wikipedia (CC BY-SA)Cyrtosia septentrionalis is a species of plant in the family Orchidaceae. It is a myco-heterotrophic species found in Japan, Korea, Ryukyu Islands, and China.
Care Guide
💧 Water
The seven cyrtosia plant thrives in humid environments with consistently moist soil and can tolerate moderate drought conditions. A weekly watering schedule works best for this plant. As an indoor epiphyte, it benefits from high humidity, which promotes growth and reduces the need for frequent watering during cooler months.
☀️ Light Full shade
Seven' cyrtosia is native to the understory of tropical forests, flourishing in full shade with some dappled sunlight and able to adapt to environments receiving minimal direct sunlight.
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C
Seven' cyrtosia is native to regions with temperatures ranging from 68 to 100°F (20 to 38℃). It prefers moderately warm conditions. In colder seasons adjustments might be necessary, for example relocating it to a warmer spot or providing heat lamps.
💨 Humidity
🪴 Soil 6-7
🌱 Fertilizer
Seven' cyrtosia needs the most fertilizer during its active growth period, which occurs mainly in spring, summer, and early fall. Fertilization provides essential nutrients that may be lacking in the soil, supporting healthy root and stem development and promoting the attractive foliage that is a key feature of this plant.
🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
Seven's cyrtosia is a climbing plant known for its fleshy, hanging flowers. To promote growth and ensure good air circulation, it's best to prune it from early to late spring. Be careful not to over-prune, as this can hinder flowering. These practices help keep the plant healthy and visually appealing, in harmony with its natural growth cycle.
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity
Characteristics
- Plant Type
- Herb
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Cyrtosia
- Family
- Orchidaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 9-11
- Mature Height
- 0.3 m to 1.83 m
- Mature Spread
- 20 cm to 30 cm
- Leaf Type
- Semi-evergreen
- Flower Color
- Yellow, Orange
- Flower Size
- 1.02 cm to 2.03 cm
- Bloom Time
- Early summer, Mid summer
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- Late summer, Early fall, Mid fall
- Native Area
- South Korea, Japan, China