Angraecum scottianum

Angraecum scottianum is a captivating orchid species known for its delicate beauty. It features elegant white flowers with a star-shaped lip, exuding a heavenly fragrance.

Angraecum scottianum is found in the island of Comoros, where it grows epiphytic in trees in open exposed areas at an altitude of 350 to 600 meters above sea level.

It is a small sized, hot to warm growing epiphyte with erect or pendant, elongated, cylindrical stems carrying 6 to 8, subcylindrical or terete, subulate, bicarinate, canaliculate leaves.

Scott's Angraecum blooms in the spring, summer and early fall on a 10 cm long, axillary, slender, mostly ascending raceme with scarious bracts and carrying fragrant, inverted, waxy, successively opening flowers with only one open at a time. The flowers are large, waxy, white and green, with a disproportionately large lip in the form of a sea shell and a very long spur.

The blooms are medium-sized and can reach a diameter of approximately 4 inches (10 cm). The petals and sepals are elongated, while the lip is broader and showcases intricate patterns. Angraecum scottianum is a sought-after plant for orchid enthusiasts and collectors who appreciate its unique charm.

Light: Provide bright, indirect light for Angraecum scottianum. It thrives in shaded conditions but requires some filtered sunlight to promote blooming.

Temperature: Maintain warm to intermediate temperatures, ranging between 65°F to 80°F (18°C to 27°C) during the day and slightly cooler temperatures at night.

Humidity: This orchid prefers high humidity levels, around 70-80%. Consider using a humidifier or placing the plant on a humidity tray.

Watering: Water regularly to keep the growing medium slightly moist. Avoid overwatering, as it may lead to root rot. Allow the roots to dry slightly between waterings.

Potting Mix: Angraecum scottianum thrives in a well-draining orchid mix composed of bark, sphagnum moss, and perlite. Repot every 1-2 years or when the potting medium begins to decompose.

This is blooming size orchid in a 3" pot, about 1 to 2 years to bloom, grown from seed, limited!