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ItalianoPansy orchid
Miltoniopsis hybrids · Family Orchidaceae
Also known as: miltoniopsis, miltonia
- Light
- Partial shade to bright indirect
- Watering
- Every 4 days
- Difficulty
- Demanding
- Pet-safe
- Yes
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Care
Where to put it
Bright, cool window in a humid room without excessive heat.
Light
Soft to medium indirect light; avoid direct sun.
Watering
Likes steady moisture; water before the compost dries out completely.
About the plant
The Miltonia, known as the pansy orchid, has large, flat flowers with markings that resemble faces. Many are fragrant. It is fussy about heat and humidity.
Origin
Native to the cool cloud forests of the Andes, from Colombia to Peru, and to Panama.
What it likes
- Soft indirect light
- A cool climate
- High humidity and moist potting mix
What it dislikes
- Heat above 28 °C
- Direct sun
- Dry potting mix
Did you know?
Its flowers resemble pansies, hence the nickname pansy orchid.
