Overview
Angraecum didieri is a columnar upright, clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Angraecum, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Angraecum didieri grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Angraecum didieri is a columnar upright, clump-forming orchid cultivar within the Angraecum genus, known for its evergreen foliage. It thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH, ideally grown in sheltered locations with full sun or partial shade. Suitable for east, north, south, and west-facing aspects, this cultivar is best kept as a houseplant or in conservatories and greenhouses due to its H1a UK hardiness rating. It is of particular interest during spring and summer and can be propagated by division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Angraecum
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1a
Plant details
Angraecum didieri size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Columnar upright, Clump forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Angraecum didieri
- Propagation
- Division
- Pest resistance
- Mealybugs, Scale insects
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Angraecum didieri?
Angraecum didieri prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Angraecum didieri need?
Angraecum didieri grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Angraecum didieri hardy in the UK?
Angraecum didieri has an RHS hardiness rating of H1a, meaning it needs tropical warmth above 15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Angraecum didieri?
Division.
