aerangis biloba care

[savionfernandes]

Hi,
I have an aerangis biloba whose leaves are curling. Is it coz of too much water? I have reduced watering to once every 2 weeks. Will that suffice?
Thanks
Savio

[Roberta]

First

The plant looks seriously dehydrated. Even in the tropics with 80% humidity all day that would not be enough. The bark looks quite large - which is fine, in high humidity this plant would do well mounted. The large bark in the basket dries out fast, you could water every couple of days and it wouldn't be too much.

[estación seca]

Welcome to the Orchid Board!

Aerangis are not good house plants. They need high humidity. The roots need to dry between waterings, but not for long. They do better mounted than in a pot. Most mounted Aerangis need watering once or twice every day in a humid environment.

Your plant might have spider mites, in addition to not getting enough water.