Brown Widelip Orchid
Also known as
brown widelip orchid, lily-leaved twayblade, large twayblade and mauve sleekwort
Taxonomy
Liparis liliifolia
Liparis
Orchidaceae
Asparagales
How to care for Brown Widelip Orchid
Water
How often to water your Brown Widelip Orchid
every 9
Brown Widelip Orchid needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Jacksonville, Florida.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Jacksonville, Florida
58% Medium
Finding light for Brown Widelip Orchid in your home
a window
Brown Widelip Orchid may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves š, without ample sunlight.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth..ļø
Jacksonville, Florida currently has medium levels of sunlight intensity, you can help this plant grow by treating it to ample light āļø.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Brown Widelip Orchid
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Brown Widelip Orchid after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Brown Widelip Orchid prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Brown Widelip Orchid may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves š without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Soil
Brown Widelip Orchid does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Growth Pattern
Brown Widelip Orchid grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Care Summary for Brown Widelip Orchid
Brown Widelip Orchid
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 3ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Jacksonville, Florida, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
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