Spathoglottis kimballiana
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Spathoglottis kimballiana

Tier 2 Difficulty: hard Water: high Light: partial_sun
Temperature
20–37 °C
Soil pH
6–7
Hardiness
Zone 10–12
Click count
18
Observations
19

Description

Source: leafsnap

Spathoglottis kimballiana is a species of orchid found from Borneo to the Philippines. ( Media related to Spathoglottis kimballiana at Wikimedia Commons Data related to Spathoglottis kimballiana at Wikispecies

Care Guide

💧 Water
☀️ Light Partial sun

Spathoglottis kimballiana occurs naturally in habitats such as forest understories or rocky areas where it receives natural shade. It prefers partial sun but can adjust to full sun or full shade, illustrating its versatility and hardiness.

Ideal: Partial sun
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C

Spathoglottis kimballiana prospers in warm conditions. It prefers moderately high temperatures but not extreme heat and humidity. Sunlight helps warm the plant and encourages flowering. However, prolonged direct sun in summer can cause sunburn, so it's important to limit the amount of sunlight it receives during that season. The plant generally does not tolerate cold well, so it needs adequate protection and higher temperatures in winter to prevent freezing.

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

Proper fertilization is essential for Spathoglottis kimballiana's health and appearance. Apply fertilizer during the summer, repeating the treatment monthly throughout the season. Nutrients support growth and maintain the plant's tissues. Fertilization improves Spathoglottis kimballiana's floral display, helping ensure the best blooms.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning
🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Perennial
Genus
Spathoglottis
Family
Orchidaceae
Hardiness Zone
10-12
Mature Height
30 cm to 61 cm
Mature Spread
20 cm to 40 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Purple, Lavender
Flower Size
3.05 cm to 5.08 cm
Bloom Time
All year round
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
All year round
Native Area
Philippines

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