The Fragrant
Spider Orchid Plants
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These beautiful and very fragrant orchids are from the genus, Brassia. They have long slender septals which give them the appearance of a spider. Named in honor of William Brass, a 19th-century British botanical illustrator, this orchid grows in the wet forests of tropical Central and South America, but it is also comfortable in cultivation. Many of this genus Brassia are pollinated by parasitic wasps, which normally lay their eggs on spiders. The patterns and structure of Brassia orchid plant resemble a spider in its web enough to encourage these wasps to lay their eggs in the plants' blossoms and in doing so pollinate them
During their growth period, the development of the psuedopods and inflorecense (flower spike), they need more water and humidity. The spider orchid plants needs to be kept moist during the growth period but not wet. Don't allow it to dry out. Once the growth season is completed let it rest for 2-3 weeks. Water it about once a week at this time. The humidity needs to be between 50 - 70%, a little higher than most orchids. Oh, don't forget the spider orchid plants needs good air circulation. Bright light and not noon-day sun is needed for their light. It can be bright diffuse light. The potting medium need a mixture of charcoal, perlite, medium bark and peat moss. Don't worry about re-potting for a couple of years. Spider orchid plants will give you years of wonderful fragrance and an elegant plant you will be proud to show off. ------------------------------------------------------------------- Want some great Orchid growing tips and information? Sign up for Orchidaceae Newsletter, it's free and it's monthly.
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