intermediateuncommonCycnoches
Cooper's Swan Orchid
Cycnoches cooperi
Long curved column resembles a swan or alien neck.
Bloomsgreenbrown
Sign in to addWaterhigh
Water heavily in growth, dry rest
Lighthigh
Bright light
Foodhigh
Heavy feed in growth
Temp
65-88°F
Humidity
55-75%
Origin
Peru, Ecuador
Special care:Deciduous; needs winter dry rest
About Cooper's Swan Orchid
Researching Cooper's Swan Orchid…
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.
