Anguloa x acostae

Anguloa x acostae Culture:

Successful cultivation of the beautiful Anguloa x acostae. Here are some important cultural tips to ensure its thriving growth:

• Light: Anguloa x acostae thrives in bright, indirect light. Filtered sunlight is ideal, as too much direct exposure can damage its leaves. It naturally grows under the shade of trees in its natural habitat.
• Temperature: To mimic its natural habitat, aim for daytime temperatures between 18-24°C (65-75°F) and cooler nights around 10-15°C (50-59°F). It is a cool to intermediate growing orchid, so avoid high temperatures.  

• Humidity: Keep humidity levels high at 50-70% and consider using humidifiers or trays to achieve this. It grows in cloud forests, so it appreciates high humidity.
• Watering: It is essential to keep the substrate consistently moist without waterlogging. A well-draining mix and frequent watering are recommended for optimum growth. It prefers a consistently moist environment, but good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot.

Additional Notes:

• It is a natural hybrid, with its parents being Anguloa hohenlohii and Anguloa eburnea.   

• As it is a hybrid, it can inherit characteristics from its parents, so the variability between individuals can be greater.

• The flowers have a sweet fragrance.