Miltonia spectabilis var. moreliana
This beautiful plant is found growing on trees and rocks at moderate altidudes along the east coast of Brazil. It has flattened, ovate pseudobulbs (the round things at the bottom of the leaves) that are spaced closely along it's rhizome. The leaves are light green and strap like and produced in an upright habit. Miltonia spectabilis was first introduced into cultivation in 1837 for it's striking flowers. Unlike M. spectabilis which has white flowers with a purple labellum (the big petal at the bottom), M. spectabilis var. moreliana has entirely purple flowers. A really deep purple with attractive blotching on the outer petals and striations on the labellum.
Plant size
These plants currently have leaves about 20-30cm long. The flowers are approximately 4cm accross. Due the the close spacing of the pseudobulbs these plants can make exceptional specimin plants that will flower profusely if left undivided in a large pot. NOT CURRENTLY FLOWERING.
Fitting your M. spectabilis to a pot
These plants are shipped in a 125mm nursery pot that is wrapped in a calico bag to keep the soil in during transport. They will NOT fit well inside any of the ceramics we currently stock however they will fit loosely inside any from our Medium Pot range.
Watering
During active growth they should be watered heavily and often, usually twice a week to keep them moist. However they should be potted in a very light, coarse media such as orchid bark to ensure adequate drainage and prevent them becoming waterlogged. Avoid watering the leaves in really hot weather.
Once flowering has finished they should be given a rest period through the cooler months where watering is greatly reduced, only water when the media is nearly dry. Resume normal watering when new growth appears in Spring.
Position
These lovely ladies, like most orchids, require very bright light! Not direct sun but the leaves should appear light green to almost yellow. Dark green leaves is an indication that they are not recieving enough light or light for a long enough period of the day. A large north facing window is great for these beauties.
They are pretty tolerant of cooler temperatures and can be grown outdoors in most Sydney suburbs that don't experience regular winter frosts.
Orchid Care Guide
- Coming soon!
Caring for your Miltonia spectabilis var. moreliana
Position
Managing Growth
Watering
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No Plant Stress
Our plant packaging is designed by people know how to keep plants fresh and healthy in transit. Your plants will enjoy a comfortable trip directly from our greenhouse to your door in just a few of days. Your plant will not have to deal with the stress of being bare rooted for transport (how most plants are sent) and you won’t have to deal with the mess and fuss of potting up your new plant when you receive it.
Stability Support
The plastic pot will be wrapped in a calico bag to keep the soil in place, it will then be tied into a specially designed cardboard insert which will keep it stable and upright throughout its journey. The insert will be glued in place on top of your cardboard wrapped ceramic pot to hold it down and your plant up!
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Your plant will come in its plastic pot which we make sure fits perfectly in whichever ceramic pot you choose. Our packaging has been designed to allow us to send your beautiful ceramic pot along with your plant, fully potted, yep in soil, together in the same box.
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