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Warty Spider Orchid
intermediateuncommonBrassia

Warty Spider Orchid

Brassia verrucosa

Spider-like green flowers with warty spotting on the lip.

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Watermedium

Bright filtered light

Lightmedium

Weakly weekly in growth

Foodmedium

Balanced orchid fertilizer at 1/4 strength

Temp

55-85°F

Humidity

50-70%

Origin

Central America

About Warty Spider Orchid

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Care guide

Potting medium

Open, fast-draining orchid bark mix in a pot with drainage holes.

Repotting

Every 2 years or when the medium breaks down.

Bloom season

Varies by species and growing conditions.

Bloom longevity

Typically 3–6 weeks per spike.

Growth habit

Refer to the species' parent genus for growth pattern.

Propagation

Division at repotting time, ideally just as new growth begins.

Pests & prevention

Watch for scale, mealybugs, and spider mites — wipe with diluted isopropyl alcohol.

Signs of trouble
  • Mushy roots → reduce watering and repot in fresh dry medium
  • Yellowing leaves → check light levels and watering frequency
Grower's tips
  • Consistency matters more than perfection — pick a routine and stick with it.
  • Air movement prevents most fungal and bacterial issues.