| Common Name | Snow Orchid / Pleione |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Genus | Pleione |
| Species | Bulbocodioides |
| Origin | China, Myanmar |
| Blooming | Blooms in late winter/early spring before foliage emerges |
| Leaf Color | Green (active) / Yellowing (dormant) |
| Sunlight | Shade / Half-shade |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining orchid mix: coarse bark, peat moss, perlite, or specialized terrestrial orchid soil
Keep moist during active growth (spring/summer). Reduce significantly in autumn. Keep completely dry during winter dormancy to prevent rot
Bright indirect light; tolerate morning sun but protect from harsh afternoon rays which scorch leaves
Apply diluted balanced orchid fertilizer monthly during active growth phase only; stop fertilizing during dormancy
Remove dead pseudobulbs and spent flower spikes after the dormant period ends
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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