About
Pleione formosana f. nivea 'Polar Sun' is a white-flowered form of the windowsill orchid producing the characteristic globose pseudobulbs and solitary, beautifully formed flowers of the species in pure white with yellow or cream lip markings. A rewarding and ornamental orchid for a cool, frost-free windowsill or alpine house.
About the genus
Pleione are deciduous, pseudobulbous orchids producing mostly solitary, showy flowers to 8 cm across in shades of pink, purple, lilac or white from the base of the current year's pseudobulb in spring, before the single, lance-shaped leaf emerges. Excellent in a cool greenhouse or frost-free alpine house.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.