Aerangis

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Aerangis — Photo: Bouba · Public domain · Wikimedia Commons

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Typeepiphytic orchids

“These epiphytic orchids are prized by orchid enthusiasts for their elegant appearance” — How to Grow Aerangis — LizPlants

Days to maturity2–3 years

“days to maturity: 2-3 years from plantlet to mature flowering plant” — How to Grow Aerangis — LizPlants

LightBright, indirect light; 12-14 hours daily under grow lights indoors

“☀️ Sun: Bright, indirect light; 12-14 hours daily under grow lights indoors.” — How to Grow Aerangis — LizPlants

WaterKeep medium consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly 2-3 times weekly during growing season; reduce frequency in winter. Mist daily to maintain 60-80% humidity.

“💧 Water: Keep medium consistently moist but not waterlogged.” — How to Grow Aerangis — LizPlants

Hardiness zones10b-11

“Thrives in zones 10b-11” — How to Grow Aerangis — LizPlants

IndoorsUse shade cloth to maintain deep filtered light. Avoid direct midday sun entirely.

“Use shade cloth to maintain deep filtered light. Avoid direct midday sun entirely.” — Aerangis Culture Sheet - American Orchid Society

Pestsspider mites

“Common Pests Spider mites (Tetranychus urticae)” — How to Grow Aerangis — LizPlants

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Where this comes from

Name and place in the family tree: GBIF Backbone Taxonomy (CC BY 4.0)
Fact sheet: 2 source pages, read and quoted by the OmniGrow Librarian