Overview

Grammatophyllum scriptum 'Citrinum' is a plant with a epiphytic habit in the genus Grammatophyllum, part of the Orchidaceae family, with broad, leathery leaves foliage. Grammatophyllum scriptum 'Citrinum' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include conservatories and indoor displays.

About

Grammatophyllum scriptum 'Citrinum' is an epiphytic orchid cultivar known for its broad, leathery leaves. It thrives in full sun with a south-facing, sheltered aspect and prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and moderate moisture. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for conservatories and indoor displays. This cultivar is of particular interest during spring and summer and can be propagated by division or using backbulbs.

About the genus

Grammatophyllum, sometimes abbreviated in horticultural trade as Gram, is a genus of 13 currently known orchid species. The name is derived from the Greek words 'gramma' and 'phyllon' (leaf), referring to the parallel leaf veins or the markings of the perianth. This epiphytic genus occurs in dense rainforest from Indo-China, to Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, New Guinea, and the Southwest Pacific islands.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Grammatophyllum

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Moderate

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H4

Plant details

Grammatophyllum scriptum 'Citrinum' size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Epiphytic

Foliage

Broad, leathery leaves

Suggested uses

Conservatories, indoor displays

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Grammatophyllum scriptum 'Citrinum'

Propagation

Division, backbulbs

Pest resistance

Moderate

Disease resistance

Moderate

Frequently asked questions