Cyrtosia septentrionalis
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Cyrtosia septentrionalis

Akebian-fruit orchid

Tier 2 Difficulty: hard Water: high Light: full_shade
Temperature
20–37 °C
Soil pH
6–7
Hardiness
Zone 9–11
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1
Observations
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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.

Ideal: Full shade
🌡️ 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.

Ideal temperature: 20–37.8°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-7
Soil pH: 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

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