Tiger Orchid. Very beautiful orchid with arching flower stems of glossy chestnut-brown and yellow flowers with red markings. Max Height 35cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers October to January. Partial shade. Max temp 75°F / 24°C and Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Rossioglossum grande
Very beautiful orchid with arching flower stems of glossy chestnut-brown and yellow flowers with red markings
Additional information
| Generic | Rossioglossum |
|---|---|
| Species | grande |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Tiger Orchid |
| Flower Colour | brown, yellow, red |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Partial shade |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 35cm |
| Family | Orchidaceae |
| Spread | 20cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green, blue |
| Flowers From | October, January |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Max temp 75°F / 24°C, Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Water with rain water, Water with tepid water, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Water sparingly in winter |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Red spider mite, Mealy bugs, Aphids, Whiteflies |
| Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost, Surround Pot with moist peat to maintain high humidity |
| Propagation | Division |
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