Overview
Lycaste Neptune gx is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Lycaste, part of the Orchidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lycaste Neptune gx grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include houseplants and conservatory and greenhouse.
About
Lycaste Neptune gx is a clump-forming cultivar of the Lycaste genus, which belongs to the Orchidaceae family. This deciduous plant thrives in conservatories or greenhouses, preferring full sun to partial shade with a sheltered aspect, ideally east- or west-facing. It grows best in fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H1b, it is suitable as a houseplant or for conservatory cultivation. Interest in this cultivar is primarily during spring and summer, and it can be propagated by division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lycaste
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1b
Plant details
Lycaste Neptune gx size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Houseplants, Conservatory and greenhouse
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lycaste Neptune gx
- Propagation
- Division
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Scale insects
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lycaste Neptune gx?
Lycaste Neptune gx prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lycaste Neptune gx need?
Lycaste Neptune gx grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Lycaste Neptune gx hardy in the UK?
Lycaste Neptune gx has an RHS hardiness rating of H1b, meaning it needs subtropical warmth of 10–15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Lycaste Neptune gx?
Division.
More in the Lycaste genus
- Lycaste bradeorum
- Lycaste cruenta
- Lycaste Auburn gx 'Ditchling'
- Lycaste Auburn gx 'Ringmer'
- Lycaste Groganii gx 'Saint Thomas'
- Lycaste lasioglossa x maculata