Spike or root? Angraecum Germinyanum

[Bulbofett]

In reference to the little nub at the base of the leaf. My first guess is root, but with this species I'm still a total newb, so confirmation would be helpful to differentiate.

Either or will be fine with me but I'd be stoked for a spike.

[Brazilin]

My first guess is root too, but you will only know with the time. The two things are very simmilar at the beggining.

[Brooke]

I am pretty sure it is a root. The spikes appear where the leaf joins the stem.


Angraecum germinyanum LUR_5125 by kentucky4, on Flickr

Can you see the little brown stems - those are old spikes. Here is the mature plant.


Angraecum germinyanum JCL_0655 by kentucky4, on Flickr

Brooke

[Bulbofett]

Originally Posted by Brooke

I am pretty sure it is a root. The spikes appear where the leaf joins the stem.

Can you see the little brown stems - those are old spikes. Here is the mature plant.

Brooke

Absolutely beautiful plant you have there. I'm completely jealous. Mine is just a wee little guy. Hopeful he takes off in the spring when I set all of my orchids outside. I want blooms so badly.