Overview
Miltonia Melina gx 'Vivid' is a plant with a clump-forming habit in the genus Miltonia, part of the Orchidaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Miltonia Melina gx 'Vivid' grows best in full shade, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include indoor plant.
About
Miltonia Melina gx 'Vivid' is a clump-forming evergreen orchid cultivar from the genus Miltonia. It thrives in fertile, well-drained loam soil with neutral pH and requires moist conditions. Best suited for indoor cultivation, it prefers full shade and a sheltered, south-facing aspect. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H1b and is typically propagated by division. It is particularly attractive during the spring and summer seasons.
About the genus
Miltonia, abbreviated Milt. in the horticultural trade, is an orchid genus comprising twelve epiphyte species and eight natural hybrids. The miltonias are exclusively inhabitants of Brazil, except for one species whose range extends from Brazil into the northeast of Argentina and the east of Paraguay.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Miltonia
- Sunlight
- Full shade
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1b
Plant details
Miltonia Melina gx 'Vivid' size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Indoor plant
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Miltonia Melina gx 'Vivid'
- Propagation
- Division
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to aphids, spider mites
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to root rot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Miltonia Melina gx 'Vivid'?
Miltonia Melina gx 'Vivid' prefers full shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Miltonia Melina gx 'Vivid' need?
Miltonia Melina gx 'Vivid' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
Is Miltonia Melina gx 'Vivid' hardy in the UK?
Miltonia Melina gx 'Vivid' 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 Miltonia Melina gx 'Vivid'?
Division.
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