Overview

Luisia zeylanica is a plant with a columnar upright habit in the genus Luisia, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Luisia zeylanica grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include houseplants.

About

Luisia zeylanica is a cultivar of the Luisia genus, which belongs to the Orchidaceae family. This plant has a columnar upright habit with evergreen foliage, making it suitable as a houseplant. It thrives best in partial shade with a south-facing, sheltered aspect. Cultivation requires well-drained loam soil with neutral pH and consistent moisture. It is hardy to UK zone H1a and is particularly attractive during spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved through division or cuttings, and watering is important during establishment.

About the genus

Luisia, commonly known as velvet orchids or 钗子股属 , is a genus of epiphytic or lithophytic orchids in family Orchidaceae. Plants in this genus have flattened roots, long leafy stems, narrow, thick, leathery leaves and short-lived flowers that open sporadically. There are about 54 species found from tropical and subtropical Asia to the Western Pacific.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Luisia

Sunlight

Partial shade

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Moist

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H1a

Plant details

Luisia zeylanica size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Columnar upright

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Houseplants

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Luisia zeylanica

Propagation

Division, cuttings

Pest resistance

Susceptible to aphids, glasshouse red spider mite, mealybugs

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions