Ceratostylis rubra

[pheli]

It is an interesting species. Ceratostylis species enjory high humidity may because that they lack obvious pesudobulbs or has fine roots.

[King_of_orchid_growing:)]

I like Ceratostylis mostly because of their leaves, but this species has the added fun of having colorful flowers that are fairly large for the genus, (for those wondering what I'm talking about, many species in the genus Ceratostylis are mostly miniature orchids with small flowers that are mostly white, so Ceratostylis rubra is pretty atypical of the genus).

[WhiteRabbit]

Charming!

[pheli]

One month later, the plant blooms again.

[Atalah]

I have two of those and I think they are cute. I like the flowers, but also the growth patterns of the plant. I also bought them becuase they are supposed to be easy to keep.

[pheli]

Originally Posted by Atalah

I have two of those and I think they are cute. I like the flowers, but also the growth patterns of the plant. I also bought them becuase they are supposed to be easy to keep.

It is an easy plant to grow and to bloom. In winter, your should check it often to find its little blooms.
The root of this species is fine, sphagnum moss is a good choice for my plant to grow well outdoors.

[Orchid killer]

I am thinking of ordering this species, so I may need your guidance.
Do you grow them mounted?

[pheli]

Originally Posted by Orchid killer

I am thinking of ordering this species, so I may need your guidance.
Do you grow them mounted?

I grow my plant in a small pot and use sphagnum moss as its medium.
The plant will do well when mounted if there is sufficient humidity.

[RosieC]

Lovely!