Christine de Beer - effortless floral craftsman
Brassia
Spider orchids flowering on a Spanish moss web
Common name
Spider orchid
Origin
Native to Mexico, Central America, the West Indies, and northern South America
Varieties
Brassia species and its popular hybrids are common in cultivation. 30 to 40 species with numerous hybrids
Colors
Green to yellowish green and brown with redish brown or meroon stripes or spots
Vase life
As a cut flower the vase life is shorter than most other orchids
Scent
Strong floral, at times. Other times no scent
Uses
Perfect accent flower
Conditioning
Water once or twice a week when actively growing and less in colder months.
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