Psychopsis Kalihi

PsychopsisSKU: C-1LE-PSYKALJ

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Potsize: 12 cm
Blooming: Yes
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Characteristics

Plus points:

  • This plant remains compact.
  • This plant blooms for a long time with proper care.
  • This plant flowers very frequently.

Considerations:

  • This plant was imported and the roots are still developing. These recover easily within a few months with proper care.

Plant stage:

  • Adult

Description

The Psychopsis Kalihi is an extraordinary orchid that immediately attracts attention. With its unique inflorescence, reminiscent of a dancing butterfly, this species is among the most fascinating appearances within the orchid world. This cross between Psychopsis papilio and Psychopsis krameriana combines the best of both species: impressive flowers and a long flowering time.

Origin

Psychopsis Kalihi is a botanical hybrid derived from crosses between two species from Central and South America. Psychopsis orchids grow naturally in tropical rainforests, where they cling to trees and benefit from humidity and filtered light. This hybrid brings the natural elegance of the rainforest to your living room.

Features

What makes this orchid so special is its striking flower: a dramatic combination of golden yellow, maroon and red, with gracefully wavy petals. The flower closely resembles a butterfly in motion, appearing on long flower stalks that can continue to bloom for months, often with just one flower at a time.
The leaves are leathery and glossy, with a dark green color that contrasts nicely with the flower.

Care

Light

Give this orchid bright, indirect light. A spot near an east- or west-facing window is ideal. Too little light can delay flowering or prevent it altogether.

Temperature

Psychopsis Kalihi likes warm temperatures between 20 and 28°C during the day and slightly cooler at night, down to about 16°C.

Substrate

Use an aerated, well-draining substrate based on tree bark, possibly enriched with sphagnum moss. Make sure the roots can breathe and avoid suffocation.

Humidity

This species thrives best at 60 to 80% humidity. A humidifier or a bowl with water and pebbles can help improve the microclimate around the plant.

Nutrition

During the growing season (spring and summer), feed weekly with a diluted orchid fertilizer. In fall and winter, you may limit this to once every two to three weeks.

Watering

Allow the substrate to dry slightly between waterings, but avoid drying out the roots completely. Preferably give demineralized water at room temperature.

Flowering

The flowering habit of the Psychopsis is unique: the flower stem often remains active for years. So never cut it off, even when the flower has wilted. New flowers appear again and again, allowing you to enjoy successive blooms for months or even years.

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