Dichaea panamensis
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Dichaea panamensis

Centipede plant

Tier 2 Difficulty: hard Water: high Light: partial_sun
Temperature
20–37 °C
Soil pH
5–6
Hardiness
Zone 10–12
Click count
9
Observations
16

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Partial sun

Dichaea panamensis originates from habitats like forest undergrowth or rocky terrains where natural shadow is present. It favors partial sunlight settings but it can also adjust to total sunlight or total shade, showing its adaptable and robust characteristics.

Ideal: Partial sun
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C

Dichaea panamensis flourishes in balmy settings. It develops optimally in moderately increased temperatures but not overly hot and humid conditions. Solar rays aid in heating the plant and encourages blooming. Nonetheless, extended exposure to direct solar rays in the summer can result in sunburn, thus controlling the quantity of sunlight it receives in this season is vital. Typically, the plant has low tolerance for chilly conditions, hence, it needs sufficient safeguarding and elevated temperatures in the winter season to avert freezing.

Ideal temperature: 20–37.8°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 5-6
Soil pH: 5-6
🌱 Fertilizer

Appropriate fertilization is essential for the health and look of Dichaea panamensis. During the summer, fertilize Dichaea panamensis, repeating this process every month until the end of summer. These nutrients boost development and aid in maintaining the parts of the plant. The act of fertilizing improves the flower presentation of Dichaea panamensis, guaranteeing top-quality blossoms.

🪴 Pot & Repot

When you're ready to repot Dichaea panamensis, select a pot that is marginally bigger and has excellent drainage—ideally, you should use a transparent orchid pot. You should fill it with an orchid-specialized mix that drains well and includes either bark or moss. Carefully cleanse the roots and cut off any that are either dying or decayed. Do the repotting after the flowering period, typically in the springtime or autumn, water it intensively, and position it in a spot with strong, indirect sunlight. Try not to interfere with the roots once they're repotted.

✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Dichaea
Family
Orchidaceae
Hardiness Zone
10-12
Mature Height
15 cm to 30 cm
Mature Spread
10 cm to 20 cm
Leaf Color
Forest Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
White
Flower Size
1.02 cm to 2.03 cm
Bloom Time
All year round
Planting Time
Spring, Summer
Harvest Time
All year round
Native Area
Colombia, Belize, Honduras, Mexico, Guatemala, Bolivia, Venezuela, Peru, Brazil, Nicaragua, Ecuador, Costa Rica, Panama

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Common Names (1)

en Centipede plant