Miltoniopsis orchid

Pansy Orchid

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South American epiphytes with flat, pansy-like flowers. Require high humidity, moist bark substrate, and intermediate light. Sensitive to root rot; thrive in bright indirect indoor spots during active growth.
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Plant Details

Common Name Pansy Orchid
Family Orchidaceae
Genus Miltoniopsis
Species Hybridum
Origin South America
Blooming Flat-faced flowers resembling pansies, typically in spring or autumn indoors
Leaf Color Dark green to grey-green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Coarse fir bark mix with perlite or sphagnum moss for epiphytic growth

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Watering

Keep substrate slightly moist, never let dry out completely but avoid waterlogging

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light only; protect from direct sun which scorches leaves

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Fertilization

Weak orchid fertilizer solution weekly during active growing season

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Pruning

Remove spent flower spikes and dead pseudobulbs with clean shears

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 6 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
54° – 79°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 6000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
400 – 1800
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 50%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
200 – 800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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