ape orchid

How to Grow and Care for ape orchid

ape orchid · Orchis simia
Also known as: monkey orchid

Grow in a moist but well-drained, alkaline soil in full sun or partial shade

Watering: Water regularly, keeping the soil moist but well-drained; reduce in winter dormancy.Sunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing ape orchid

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleWater regularly, keeping the soil moist but well-drained; reduce in winter dormancy.
Sunlight requirementsFull sun · Partial shade
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeChalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAlkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingApply a balanced orchid fertilizer at half-strength monthly during growth.
ToxicityInformation to be completed
Care Tips

Grow in a moist but well-drained, alkaline soil in full sun or partial shade

How to Water ape orchid?

Water regularly, keeping the soil moist but well-drained; reduce in winter dormancy.

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for ape orchid?

Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for ape orchid?

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What Soil Is Best for ape orchid?

Soil type
Chalk · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for ape orchid?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize ape orchid?

Apply a balanced orchid fertilizer at half-strength monthly during growth.

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How to Prune ape orchid?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate ape orchid?

Propagate by seed

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How to Transplant ape orchid?

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How to Care for ape orchid in Winter?

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How to Plant ape orchid?

Grow in a moist but well-drained, alkaline soil in full sun or partial shade

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How to Repot ape orchid?

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How to Harvest ape orchid?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and snails

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The Toxicity of ape orchid

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More General Info About ape orchid

Attributes of ape orchid

Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitColumnar upright
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Scientific Classification

Species
Orchis simia
Genus
Orchis
Family
Orchidaceae
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FAQs About ape orchid

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