Pleione formosana

Formosa Pleione Orchid

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Tuberous terrestrial orchid native to China and Taiwan. Produces striking pink-purple flowers with spotted lips. Requires a cool, dry rest period.
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Plant Details

Common Name Formosa Pleione Orchid
Family Orchidaceae
Genus Pleione
Species Formosana
Origin China / Taiwan
Blooming Spring to Autumn, flowers precede or accompany leaves
Leaf Color Dark green (when present)
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining orchid mix with bark and perlite

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Watering

Water during growth, keep dry during dormancy to prevent rot

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light, avoid direct midday sun to prevent scorching

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Fertilization

Diluted orchid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth

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Pruning

Remove dead pseudobulbs after flowering

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect

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
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
800 – 15000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 3400
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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