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Philippine Trichoglottis
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Philippine Trichoglottis

Trichoglottis philippinensis

Dark velvety maroon flowers on a climbing vanda relative.

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Waterhigh

Frequent water; mounted ideal

Lighthigh

Bright light

Foodmedium

Feed weekly weakly

Temp

65-90°F

Humidity

60-80%

Origin

Philippines

Special care:Warm humid; mount or basket

About Philippine Trichoglottis

Researching Philippine Trichoglottis

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.