Phaiocalanthe Kryptonite x Calanthe Grouville 'Red'

🌺 A Stunning Terrestrial Orchid with Vibrant Blooms 🌺

This beautiful hybrid blends the elegant qualities of Phaiocalanthe Kryptonite and Calanthe Grouville 'Red', resulting in a terrestrial orchid that produces bold, colorful flower spikes with deep red petals highlighted by subtle yellow tones in the throat. Its large, showy flowers and lush foliage make it a captivating addition for orchid collectors who appreciate terrestrial species with striking floral displays.

🌱 Cultivation Tips for Phaiocalanthe Kryptonite x Calanthe Grouville 'Red'

🌡️ Temperature:
Prefers intermediate to warm temperatures, ideally 65–85°F (18–29°C) during the day and not below 55°F (13°C) at night.

💧 Watering:
As a terrestrial orchid, it enjoys consistently moist but well-drained soil during the growing season. Avoid letting the potting mix dry out completely. Reduce watering in winter when the plant enters dormancy.

🌫️ Humidity:
Thrives in moderate humidity levels around 50–70%. Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal issues.

💡 Light:
Grows best in bright, indirect light or partial shade. Avoid direct afternoon sun, which can damage leaves and flowers.

🌿 Growing Medium:
Use a rich, well-draining terrestrial orchid mix—typically a blend of bark, leaf litter, charcoal, and some loamy soil to mimic its natural forest floor habitat.

🌼 Fertilizing:
Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer diluted to half strength every 2 weeks during active growth. Hold back fertilizer during dormancy.

Why Choose Phaiocalanthe Kryptonite x Calanthe Grouville 'Red'?
This hybrid terrestrial orchid offers an exciting splash of color and texture with relatively straightforward care. It’s perfect for growers who want a terrestrial orchid that delivers dramatic, long-lasting blooms and a tropical aesthetic in their garden or indoor collection.

Add Phaiocalanthe Kryptonite x Calanthe Grouville 'Red' to your collection and enjoy its vibrant presence and elegant form season after season. 🌿🌸

This is a blooming size in a 3' or 4" pot, newly repotted, about 1 to 2 years to bloom, grown from seed, limited!