Full plant, flowering size.
For orchid lovers, the coconut orchid (Maxillaria tenuifolia) is well worth adding to your collection. This easy-to-grow, medium-sized orchid is known for its stunning deep red, yellow, and spotted blooms which release a pleasant coconut scent.
Coconut Orchid Care
Here are the basic requirements for growing coconut orchids indoors:
- Provide with plenty of light—ideally a location that receives several hours of bright indirect light and occasional direct sun.
- Choose a soilless mix to plant your coconut orchid in.
- Water once the potting medium is dry or nearly dry.
- Fertilize once every one to two weeks to encourage blooming from early spring to late fall. Stop fertilizing in the winter.
- Maintain high humidity and average to high temperatures, with cooler nighttime temperatures to encourage blooming.
