Vanda sanderiana — a medium houseplant
SPECIMEN · FROM THE LIBRARY
Vanda sanderiana

Vanda Sanderiana

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ON THIS PLANT

Vanda sanderiana is a species of orchid. It is commonly called waling-waling in the Philippines and is also called Sander's Vanda, after Henry Frederick Conrad Sander, a noted orchidologist. The orchid is considered to be the "Queen of Philippine flowers" and is worshiped as a diwata by the indigenous Bagobo people.

CARE GUIDE

How to keep Vanda Sanderiana.

Humidity

This plant needs special care because it loves high humidity levels of 60-80% or more. The best way to achieve this is by placing a humidifier near the plant. Daily misting is also essential! Make sure the room has good ventilation.

CHARACTERISTICS

Botanical profile.

Genus
Vanda
Family
Orchidaceae
PLATES
Vanda sanderiana flower
PLATE 01 · flower
Vanda sanderiana flower
PLATE 02 · flower
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