| Common Name | Yellow Spider Orchid |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Epidendrum |
| Species | Secundum |
| Origin | Central and South America |
| Blooming | Spring to Summer, yellow-orange flowers on upper stem |
| Leaf Color | Medium green |
| Sunlight | Shade / Half-shade |
| Category | Indoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | Yes |
Epiphytic mix: Coarse bark chips, perlite, sphagnum moss (no standard potting soil)
Water when roots turn silver-grey; keep medium moist but not soggy. Increase humidity via misting or tray during growing season
Bright indirect light required for blooming; direct sun may scorch leaves. Yellowing often indicates excess light or low humidity.
Weak solution weekly (1/4 strength) in spring/summer; reduce monthly in winter
Cut spent flower spikes at base after blooming; remove dead pseudobulbs
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