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< Back Cattleya Aclandiae Cattleya Aclandiae is a dwarf sized, warm growing epiphytic species, which reaching a height of 7-12 cm, with slender, jointed, furrowed, a height of 7 - 12 cm pseudobulbs carrying 2 apical, spreading, elliptic, thick, fleshy, red spotted, obtuse, 5-8 cm long leaves. It blooms in the summer and fall on a short, terminal, inflorescence held within the developing leaves that carries 1 to 2, large in proportion to the plant, fragrant, waxy, long-lasting flowers. The flowers are 7 - 10 cm in diameter. CARE key GENUS CATTLEYA TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY BRAZIL ELEVATION 0 to 400 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Leptotes Unicolor Leptotes Unicolor is also known as the Blue-violet Butterfly Orchid. It is a charming and petite orchid known for its delicate flowers and attractive coloration. It typically forms small clumps of pseudobulbs that are relatively short and rounded. The pseudobulbs are usually covered in pale green or light brown sheaths. The leaves of the plant are narrow and elongated, growing from the top of the pseudobulbs. It has flowers that are usually pale blue or violet, occasionally with variations in colour intensity. CARE key GENUS LEPTOTES TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY BRAZIL ELEVATION 0 to 700 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Cattleya Schilleriana Cattleya Schilleriana is a species also called as Consul Schiller's Cattleya. It is a small-sized, cool to hot growing, epiphytic that produces olive brown-colored twisted petals and sepals. It has a cute and massive white-colored lip with purple veins, which gives a unique look to the plant. It blooms in the summer and fall on a terminal, short, long-lived, 1 to 5 flowered inflorescence carrying fragrant, waxy flowers. The flowers, which up to 12 cm in diameter, can remain open for up to 24 days. CARE key GENUS SPECIES TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY BRAZIL ELEVATION 200 to 800 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Brassavola Cucullata Brassavola Cucullata, is a species native to Mexico. As might be expected with such a widely distributed species, it can be adapted to a wide range of cultural environments and, generally, is easy to grow. A very unique and rare species of orchid which can grow in all kinds of weather conditions. The leaves are long and pencil-like and the flowers are very unique with long thread-like petals. It is a widely distributed species, it can be adapted to a wide range of cultural environments, generally, is easy to grow. CARE key GENUS BRASSAVOLA TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY MEXICO ELEVATION 0 to 1800 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Dendrobium Aphrodite Dendrobium Aphrodite is also known as Callista Aphrodite. It is a small to medium-sized epiphyte species reaching 30 cm long with slender, branching, suberect stems that are strongly swollen at the nodes and carrying a few oblong-obtuse, deciduous, 10 cm long leaves. The plant produces white-coloured sepals and petals. The plant has a large white lip with a big orange spot inside the lip. The plant displays exquisite and delicate blooms that capture attention with their vibrant colours and elegant form. CARE key GENUS DENDROBIUM TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY MYANMAR ELEVATION 0 to 1400 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Trichoglottis Philippinensis Trichoglottis Philippinensis is a small to large sized, hot growing, epiphytic species in the genus Trichoglottis. It blooms on an axillary, short, inflorescence with 1 or 2 fragrant, fleshy flowers. The petals of both whorls usually have a vivid and deep red-purple color, which gives a classy look to the plant. It has a pale yellowish lip with an amazing texture. Leaves are stiff and 2-3 inches long. The 2-3inch flowers are very fragrant and long-lasting. The blooms occurs in the Spring and Summer. CARE key GENUS TRICHOGLOTTIS TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY PHILIPPINES ELEVATION 100 to 300 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Grosourdya Appendiculata Grosourdya Appendiculata is a miniature-sized, hot to warm growing epiphyte species with a very short stem carrying two ranked, narrowly lanceolate, fleshy, shiny, curved, bilobed leaves that bloom in the late spring and early summer on many, arising from the base, long, successively single, few flowered inflorescence with one very small bract and triangular, reddish brown floral bracts and carrying the short-lived flowers facing in all directions, which attracts every one with an amazing looks. CARE key GENUS GROSOURDYA TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY CHINA ELEVATION 50 to 1200 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Gongora Histrionica Gongora Histrionica is a medium-sized, hot to warm growing epiphyte species with ridged, conical pseudobulbs carrying elliptical leaves. It has yellow-colored flowers with brown designs. It blooms in the fall with vanilla-scented flowers. The fragrance also varies with respect to the time of the day and the relative age of the flowers. The habit of the Gongora species, and especially the fact that the pendent inflorescences originate from the base of the pseudobulbs, indicates that they all are true epiphytes. CARE key GENUS GONGORA TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY COLOMBIA ELEVATION 100 to 750 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Ascocentrum Curvifolium Ascocentrum Curvifolium is also called The Curved Leafed Ascocentrum. It is a small to medium-sized, hot to warm growing epiphyte with short, often bifurcate, stout, woody below stems covered by leaf bases carrying distichous, narrowly linear, strongly decurved, praemorsa or bidentate apically leaves. The leaves are 10-15 cm long, less often 25 cm long, and 1.0-1.5 cm wide. They are light green with purple spots along the banks, which are especially visible in the summer. It blooms in the late spring and summer. CARE key GENUS ASCOCENTRUM TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY THAILAND ELEVATION 0 to 700 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Bulbophyllum Eberhardtii Bulbophyllum Eberhardtii is also called Cirrhopetalum Eberhardtii, which produces pink-colored flowers with white-colored spots. The lateral sepals connect with each other almost from the very base to the apex. The petals are slightly smaller than the upper sepals, which gives a classy look to the plant. The plants are typically small to medium creeping epiphytes, having a sympodial growth habit with prominent pseudobulbs, with one or two fleshy leaves. There is a wide range of fantastic flower shapes and sizes. CARE key GENUS BULBOPHYLLUM TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY MYANMAR ELEVATION 1000 to 1500 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Gongora Galeata Gongora Galeata is a medium sized, epiphytic, rarely lithophytic or terrestrial species, warm to cool growing epiphyte, which reaching up to a height of 37 cm, with ovoid-pyriform, longitudinally sulcate, pseudobulbs with 2 apical, plicate, petiolate, elliptic, acuminate, 16-32 cm long and 4 cm wide leaves. It looms in the summer and fall with basal, long, pendant, many flowered, racemose inflorescence arising on mature pseudobulbs and having a short to long-lived, fragrant flower with a fragrance akin to oranges. CARE key GENUS GONGORA TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY MEXICO ELEVATION 600 to 1800 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Coelogyne Lentiginosa Coelogyne Lentiginosa is a species of orchid. This orchid is also called The Freckled Coelogne. This orchid plant is a small to medium-sized, warm- to-cool-growing epiphyte species. The orchid plant typically produces pseudobulbs with slender leaves. From these pseudobulbs, flower spikes emerge, carrying multiple flowers that make Coelogyne lentiginosa particularly enchanting. The flowers of the plant are characterized by their pale to creamy coloration, often tinged with a subtle hint of pink or green. CARE key GENUS COELOGYNE TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY CHINA ELEVATION 500 to 1300 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Phalaenopsis Lyndon Waltz Phalaenopsis Lyndon Waltz is a hybrid between Phalaenopsis Lyndon Dreamy Glory and Phalaenopsis Chang Maw Jade. It has nice bright yellow to slightly greenish flowers. The flowers are around 4 to 5 cm in size and have nice fragrance, which attracts everyone towards the plant. Very limited plants of this clone are produced and it's also a bit difficult to find. The plants blooms quite frequently with an amazing texture. It needs a bright shade light level. The direct rays of the sun must be shielded. CARE key GENUS PHALAENOPSIS TYPE HYBRID NATIVITY MALAYSIA ELEVATION 200 to 1000 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Laelia Anceps Semi-Alba Laelia Anceps Semi-Alba is a species. It is a medium-sized, warm- to cool growing species. It produces creamy white-colored petals and sepals with sharp edges, making it look like a star. It has a distinctively gorgeous pink colour with a yellow-colored lip, and the inside of the lip has a hole with red-marked veins. that gives the bloom a refined appearance. This plant has a pleasant fragrance. These are species plants, please do not expect them to have fleshy pseudobulbs and canes like the hybrid Cattleyas. CARE key GENUS LAELIA TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY MEXICO ELEVATION 500-1500 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Vanda Tessellata Vanda Tessellata is also called The Lattice-Like Patterned Flower Vanda, and it is a medium- to large-sized ephiphyte species. It typically forms tall, upright stems that are usually thick and fleshy and covered in distinctive, triangular-shaped leaves. It produces massive flowers, its colour varies from light to dark brown with darker veins and a blue-coloured lip. The sepals are yellow tessellated with brown lines and white margins. The petals are shorter than the sepals, which adds extra beauty to the plant. CARE key GENUS VANDA TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY INDIA ELEVATION 0 to 1500 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Dendrobium Leonis Dendrobium Leonis blooms in the spring, summer and fall on an axillary, single flowered inflorescence arising at the apex of the imbricating canes with 1 to 2 fleshy flowers. It is widely distributed in Southeast Asia. Its natural habitats include Cambodia, Laos, Malaysia, Sumatra, north-east and the peninsula in Thailand and Vietnam. These plants are usually lowland epiphytes, sometimes even at heights of 1450 m. In Sarawak, they grow on limestone rocks. In Malaysia they are found at low altitudes, in fruit trees. CARE key GENUS DENDROBIUM TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY MALAYSIA ELEVATION 0 - 1450 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Dendrobium Amabile Dendrobium Amabile is a species of Dendrobium orchid genus, with a pseudobulb which can store water, their roots grow very strong so it is basically quite easy to grow. Flowers grow into cluster and have 20-25 cm long from near the top, flowers cluster diameter about 10 cm including many single flowers. Flowers are light pink, peduncle and ovule are long. The flower blooms in the summer between late May and mid-June, the smell of sweet scent. The lips are round, with white edges, the middle is an orange spot. CARE key GENUS DENDROBIUM TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY VIETNAM ELEVATION 0 to 1200 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Aerides Falcata var Flava Aerides Falcata var Flava is a medium- to large-sized, hot- to warm-growing species. It blooms in the spring and summer on a 50-cm-long, loosely or densely flowered, pendant inflorescence with up to 30 fragrant, waxy flowers. The flowers are 2–2.5 cm in diameter and white. The sepals and petals are lovely and bear a creamy yellow with white colouring, giving the plant a classy appearance. It has a cute, tiny white lip with an appealing texture. Aerides falcata is also called The Sickle-Shaped Aeride. CARE key GENUS AERIDES TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY THAILAND ELEVATION 0 to 700 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Dendrobium Kingianum 'Varigated' Dendrobium Kingianum 'Varigated' is a small to large, cool to warm growing orchid species. The plant has creamy white striped leaves that add a distinctive visual appeal to the plant. The orchid plant produces small, delicate pink flowers that bloom in clusters, adding a lovely touch of color and fragrance to any space. The orchid plant blooms in late winter and early spring. This variety is known for its exceptional hardiness and ease of cultivation, making it a popular choice among orchid enthusiasts. CARE key GENUS DENDROBIUM TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY AUSTRALIA ELEVATION 50-1200 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.

< Back Dendrobium Parishii Dendrobium Parishii is also called Parish's Dendrobium. The Dendrobium Parishii typically features pseudobulbs, which are swollen, cane-like stems and the pseudobulbs are often clustered along the length of the plant. The leaves of the plants are usually thin, elongated, and lance-shaped, arising from the pseudobulbs. This Dendrobium Parishii orchid plant produces pink-colored flowers and the flower has dark pink-colored lip covered with fur on the upper surface. It brings everyone towards the plant. CARE key GENUS DENDROBIUM TYPE SPECIES NATIVITY INDIA ELEVATION 250 to 1700 M DECODING FOOT CANDLES(fc): A foot-candle, is a measurement of light intensity. One foot-candle is defined as enough light to saturate a one-foot square with one lumen of light. Rather than measuring the amount of light that leaves a light source (lumen output), foot-candle measurements focus on the amount of light that reaches a surface area. Well, lets not get too much technical. ​ Let's understand it quickly with some comparisons, ​ Typical foot-candle reading for unobstructed sunlight - 10,000 fc ( imagine you are at the beach under clear sky ) Sunshine on a cloudy day - 100 fc ( imagine a day when you feel its about to rain but there is diffused sunshine ) Residential space (living) - 5-40 fc ( when your doors and windows are shut as you are using air conditioner ) ​ That means, when we use a 50% shade net under the clear sky conditions, it is around 5000 fc that the surface receives. Under all weather conditions the 50% shade net on an average will allow 2500 - 3000 fc to fall on a square-foot of surface area. ​ And for those who have a lux meter (light meter) at home, remember that One foot-candle equals 10.76 lumens/lux. ​ UNDERSTANDING RELATIVE HUMIDITY: Relative humidity is the ratio of how much water vapour is in the air and how much water vapour the air could potentially contain at a given temperature. It varies with the temperature of the air: colder air can hold less vapour. So changing the temperature of air can change the relative humidity. ​ Relative humidity is normally expressed as a percentage; a higher percentage means that the air–water mixture is more humid. At 100% relative humidity, the air is saturated. ​ Relative humidity only considers the invisible water vapour. Mists, clouds, fogs and aerosols of water do not count towards the measure of relative humidity of the air. IMPORTANT NOTE: The factual information given on dynamic variable such as watering is irrespective of the media used for planting the orchid. That is, Imagine that the watering frequency given above is for a bare rooted specimen of this variety. Therefore, this watering frequency varies and has to be followed in accordance with the media used. More the quick drying tendency of the media more frequent the watering shall be. For example, charcoal/wood dries quicker than coconut husk/sphagnum Moss. The elevation (above sea level) provided is to understand the level of Humidity available at the original natural habitat of the particular Species or Hybrid. Generally, higher the altitude, lesser will be the natural levels of relative humidity available for your plant to utilise. Thus, there might be a need to improve humidity artificially. The best things about orchids are, these wonders are capable of adapting to any extreme changes in weather conditions provided their time, energy and initial support to assimilate to the new growing conditions. Thus there is no universal care guide for Orchid care. Their potency cannot be contained within these generalisations and the factual information. But we hope these details help you understand the basic requirements and natural demand of a particular Species or Hybrid. << Previous Next >> DISCLAIMER Except as permitted by the copyright law applicable to you, you may not reproduce or communicate any of the content on this page, including files downloadable from this website, without the permission of the copyright owner. ​ © Guna Orchids [2019-2022]. All Rights Reserved.