Blooming Size Cutting Coconut Orchid Maxillaria tenuifolia - Fragrant Epiphytic Orchid Species Plant for Beginners

Introducing the Maxillaria tenuifolia, commonly known as the Coconut Orchid, a delightful addition to your plant collection! This fragrant orchid species comes as a blooming size cutting, shipped bare root, allowing you to nurture its stunning beauty right from the start. With its unique coconut-scented flowers and robust foliage, it will surely be a conversation starter in your home.

• Fragrant flowers reminiscent of Hawaiian Tropic suntan lotion
• Medium-sized orchid, grows up to 24 inches tall (60 cm)
• Attractive grasslike dark green foliage, perfect for houseplant enthusiasts
• Blooms in spring with deep red flowers mottled with yellow
• Easy to care for, suitable for beginner orchid growers
• Requires bright light, but not direct sunlight
• Maintains adequate humidity (80%) for optimal growth

Common Name: Coconut Orchid
Scientific Name: Maxillaria tenuifolia
Sunlight: Very bright light, no direct sunlight
Watering: Thorough watering during active growth, slight drying between waterings
Soil: Coarse medium (osmunda, fir bark, coconut husk fiber)
Hardiness Zones: Suitable for warm to intermediate climates
Growth Habit: Epiphytic or occasionally terrestrial, can grow up to 24 in. tall
Format: Blooming size cutting, shipped bare root