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Originally Posted by Gerben1998
Is it difficult to care for this orchid???
Gerben
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That's a very subjective question.
I don't consider it a difficult species, but it can be a little tricky. For instance, I had one years ago that would rot if left standing in water, but would develop horrible leaf tip die back if allowed to dry out. But, I now think that one was an exception.
Within the phrags, there are a number of fast growing and generally trouble free species and hybrids. Generally if you keep them sitting in clean water, fairly bright, and warm, you can't go wrong.
I'd say Phrag. schlimii is slightly more work, in that, it grows a bit more slowly than other phrags and needs a little more caution when it comes to water quality and humidity levels.
So, if you're already successful with other phragmipediums, then you'll probably do okay with schlimii. If you haven't yet tried phrags, it's a wonderful species, but perhaps you might consider a schlimii hybrid like Phrag. Hanne Popow or Cardinale, first.
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