Overview
Pleione Vesuvius gx 'Aphrodite' is a clump forming alpine rockery in the genus Pleione, part of the Orchidaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Pleione Vesuvius gx 'Aphrodite' grows best in partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include patio and container plants and rock garden.
About
Pleione Vesuvius gx 'Aphrodite' is a clump-forming deciduous orchid cultivar within the Pleione genus, known for its pseudobulbs that produce one or two elongated leaves. This cultivar thrives in partial shade with a sheltered aspect, preferring well-drained loam or sandy soil with acid to neutral pH. Suitable for alpine rockeries, conservatory greenhouses, patios, containers, and rock gardens, it requires orchid bark and bright indirect light for cultivation. Hardy to UK zone H3, it offers seasonal interest throughout spring, summer, autumn, and winter and is propagated by division of pseudobulbs.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Pleione
- Sunlight
- Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Pleione Vesuvius gx 'Aphrodite' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Alpine Rockery, Conservatory Greenhouse
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Rock garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Pleione Vesuvius gx 'Aphrodite'
- Propagation
- Division of pseudobulbs
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, glasshouse red spider mite, slugs, mealybugs
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Pleione Vesuvius gx 'Aphrodite'?
Pleione Vesuvius gx 'Aphrodite' prefers partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Pleione Vesuvius gx 'Aphrodite' need?
Pleione Vesuvius gx 'Aphrodite' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Pleione Vesuvius gx 'Aphrodite' hardy in the UK?
Pleione Vesuvius gx 'Aphrodite' has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Pleione Vesuvius gx 'Aphrodite'?
Division of pseudobulbs.
More in the Pleione genus
- Pleione bulbocodioides 'Yunnan'
- Pleione coronaria
- Pleione maculata 'Arthuriana'
- Pleione pleionoides
- Pleione 'Verdi'
- Pleione Alishan gx 'Mount Fuji'
- Pleione Fuego gx
- Pleione Irazu gx 'Irazu Violet'