Overview

Anoectochilus geniculatus is a plant with a creeping rhizome, upright flowering stem habit in the genus Anoectochilus, part of the Orchidaceae family, with velvety, metallic veining foliage. Anoectochilus geniculatus grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include terrariums and indoor pots.

About

Anoectochilus geniculatus is a cultivar of the Anoectochilus genus, which belongs to the Orchidaceae family. This plant features a creeping rhizome with an upright flowering stem, and its foliage is notable for its velvety texture and metallic veining. It thrives in partial shade, ideally in a north-facing, sheltered position with fertile, well-drained loam soil that is neutral in pH and kept moist. Suitable for terrariums and indoor pots, it is hardy to UK zone H3 and is of interest during spring and summer. Propagation is achieved through division or stem cuttings.

About the genus

Anoectochilus, commonly known as marbled jewel orchids or filigree orchids, is a genus of about fifty species in the orchid family Orchidaceae. They are terrestrial herbs with a creeping rhizome, an upright flowering stem and dark coloured leaves with contrasting veins. The flowers are relatively large and have a large labellum, markedly different from the sepals and petals.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Anoectochilus

Sunlight

Partial shade

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist

Aspect

North-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H3

Plant details

Anoectochilus geniculatus size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Creeping rhizome, upright flowering stem

Foliage

Velvety, metallic veining

Suggested uses

Terrariums, indoor pots

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Anoectochilus geniculatus

Propagation

Division, stem cuttings

Pest resistance

Scales, mealybugs, spider mites

Disease resistance

Root rot

Frequently asked questions