Aerangis punctata

[Roly0217]

That's a gorgeous flower Ross. compared to the plant they are giant in size. Congratulations on the blooms !!!!

[dgenovese1]

Hi Ross,
Like others have stated, they are gorgeous! Thanks for posting these tiny gems.

[Ross]

Originally Posted by Tom-DE

Some plants are a lot smaller than that but the flower size is about the same. How long do your flowers last?

In this set, one lasted one day, the two on the right are still going a week later. I think the shock of being under lights and dry for the photo shoot shocked the one blossom which had just opened the morning of the shoot. This is common with Aerangis that are used to regular high humidity. If subjected to drastic changes for any length of time, they close up.

[Ross]

Thanks to all for all the comments and encouragement.

[nenella]

Congratulations Ross that's Stunning! I love this little plant ! Mine flowered only one flower that lasted a day too..I'm sure I am to blame & I'll try & make next times flowering last longer...
Thanks for the 'tip'

[peeweelovesbooks]

Thanks for sharing. what would a good source for aerangis be?? I'm looking to start a collection. Tips or advice?

[Ross]

Originally Posted by peeweelovesbooks

Thanks for sharing. what would a good source for aerangis be?? I'm looking to start a collection. Tips or advice?

I get them from various on-line sources such as

Shopping Oak Hill Gardens Browse Our Orchid Catalog - Thousands of Beautiful Orchids Mountain Orchids, Orchids & Plants for discriminating tastes.


Good sources for info: Aerangis in A Catalogue of the Vascular Plants of Madagascar @ efloras.org