About

Rhyncholaelia glauca 'Arbin' is an epiphytic orchid producing the characteristic glaucous pseudobulbs and large, fragrant, white to pale-green flowers of the genus. A rewarding cultivar for a warm to intermediate heated greenhouse.

About the genus

Rhyncholaelia are epiphytic orchids from Central America producing pseudobulbs with solitary, leathery, glaucous leaves and large, fragrant flowers in white or pale green. Grown in warm to intermediate heated greenhouses.

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.