Description
Nun s Orchid, Nun s Cap Orchid, Chinese Ground Orchid, Red Crane Orchid,
Phaius tancarvilleae is a species of orchid widespread in the Indian Subcontinent, New Guinea, China, Japan, Southeast Asia, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Australia and certain islands of the Pacific.
Plant Specifications
| Common Name | Nun s Orchid, Nun s Cap Orchid, Chinese Ground Orchid, Red Crane Orchid, |
| Maximum Reachable Height | 1.00 to 4.00 feet |
| Flower Colour | White, purple, magenta, yellow |
| Bloom Time | Seasonal bloomer |
| Difficulty Level | easy to grow |
Planting and care
Water: Phaius tankervilleae is a terrestrial in its native habitat so it needs more moisture than many orchids. Keep potting medium moist but not soggy. Try to avoid splattering water on the leaves because they rot easily. Decrease water during the winter.
Phaius tankervilleae care
The handsome foliage is large and palm-like, individual leaves being from 2 to 3 feet long and 5 or 6 inches wide, growth is upright and compact, so plant, s take little room in your window.The ground orchid is available online or mail order from many orchid specialists. However, due to modern day technology of cloning, more growers now grow Phaius orchid plants as a seasonal crop.
| Sunlight | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Watering | Medium |
| Soil | well-drained soil |
| Temperature | 30 to 40 degrees C |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer |
Phaius tankervilleae special feature
Phaius orchids are large, spectacular plants that make attractive houseplants. A sunroom is an ideal location.
Phaius tankervilleae uses
Ornamental Use:
- The plant is used for ornamental purpose