Angraecoids for a beginner?

[Silje]

I've got two aerangis: Aerangis Elro and Aerangis modesta, one Rangaeris amaniensis and an Angreacum Magdalenae.

I've had them for 8 months or so. Both of the aerangis are mounted and have been pretty straight forward. The Rangaeris amaniensis is hanging like a vanda without any growth medium, but I'm considering adding a couple of large fir bark pieces to the basket. The only thing about these three is that they do need their water! And because I was afraid of overwatering when I let someone look after my orchids during the last holiday, I underlined the importance of not drowning my plants. The result was that my mounted aerangis got watered waaaaay to little and now have dehydrated older leaves. *Sigh*

My greenhouse has about 50-75% humidity and I normally water the aerangis twice per day. That keep them happy with new leaves and happy roots. So they do like humidity and moisture.

I got my Angreacum Magdalenae at the same time as I got the aerangis. It said "near flowering size', and the nursery was correct, because a couple of months ago I could see the first buds appearing! *Happy Dance*

The Angreacum has actually been VERY easy. I've potted it in a small pot with fir bark and leca and the roots are just taking over completely in that pot. I've heard that they can be picky and sulk after re-potting, but mine was all smiley. I guess I was lucky and happened to have perfect timing.

These three plants have made me very keen on extending my angraecoid collection. The first year has been rewarding and fun. And I don't mind pure white flowers at all.

Good luck!