About
A refined orchid, reaching 20-60cm, with fleshy leaves with flower stems. It bears intricate flowers. 'Oriental Grace' is valued in garden settings.
About the genus
Pleione are deciduous orchids with pseudobulbs each bearing one or two lance-shaped leaves and mostly solitary flowers to 8cm across, on short stems
Plant details
Suggested usesContainers, houseplants
Care notes
CultivationOrchid bark, bright indirect light
PruningRemove spent spikes
PropagationDivision of pseudobulbs
Pest resistanceMealybugs possible
Disease resistanceRoot rot from overwatering