Botanical Name: Phaius tankervilleae Show Nun orchid is named for its curved upper sepal and petals that are white on the back side, resembling a nun's cap. Of the 50 or so species in the Phaius genus, only tankervilleae and its hybrids are likely to be grown indoors. In fact, these spectacular orchids have a preference for moderate light and warm temperatures, making them easier to
please in homes than many other orchids. This is an impressive flowering houseplant for the beginner.  Those tall spikes carrying clusters of 10 to 20
flowers will appear in spring, blooming in succession and lasting for several weeks. Each flower, ranging from brown to maroon -- often with a pink or white lip -- reaches up to 4 inches (10 cm) wide and is delightfully fragrant. No blooms? Fertilizing this orchid will give it more blooming power. Also put it in bright, indirect light. Give it a winter rest. Give your nun's cap orchid a cool winter to trigger blooming in spring. This lowland forest native will tolerate cold (see "Temperature" below) and needs a cooler-than-normal treatment to bring on those blooms. Also cut back on watering, giving your orchid just enough water to prevent it from drying out. Repot every 2 or 3 years after plant is done flowering. This is a good time to divide pseudobulbs for more plants. Use a deep pot. Something bugging your orchid? Aphids are green, leggy insects attracted to new growth on plants, including flower buds. Look over your plant regularly for an infestation. Aphids suck plant juices and if left untreated, will multiply quickly, causing distorted growth. Try to wipe them off with a damp cloth before resorting to an insecticide. Growing Nun Orchid PlantsOrigin: China, Indonesia, Malaysia Height: Up
to 4 ft (1.2 m) in flower Light: Bright indirect light year-round. Some direct sun in winter is fine. Water: Phaius tankervilleae is a terrestrial in its native habitat so it needs more moisture than many orchids. Keep potting medium moist but not soggy, which leads to root rot. Try to avoid splattering water on the leaves because they rot easily. Water sparingly during the winter. Humidity: Moderate (50% relative humidity). Raise the humidity, if needed by setting your orchid plant on a humidity tray or use a cool-mist room humidifier. Temperature: Average room temperatures (65-75°F/18-24°C), except for a cool winter (55-60°F/13-16°C) to set buds. It will tolerate temps as low as 40°F/5°C. Soil: Orchid potting mix; keep the mix loose (don't pack it down). Fertilizer: Use a balanced orchid fertilizer with every third watering spring through fall. I highly recommend an orchid fertilizer. Stop fertilizing while plant is resting in winter. Propagation: Divide mature plants after they flower by cutting the rhizome with a sharp knife. Each piece should have at least 2 pseudobulb shoots and some roots attached.
$21.95 2′ large spikes of violet purple flowers crown this beautiful ground orchid. Its foliage is dark green and deeply pleated 2′ long resembling and unopened palm frond. Flowers can last up to 1 month or more. Needs very well draining soil and can be grown indoors or outdoors. Semi-hardy spring bloomer. Quite easy to grow. A very charming orchid! Note: maybe sent as plant or bulb . Out of stock SKU: # OP-02 Category: Orchids Nun’s Orchid has the following botanical name: Phaius tankervilleae. Typically, this variety is pretty pricey. By clicking on the Monthly Availability tab, you will see when this product is usually available. This is the official copyrighted photo of Online Flower Search LLC and may NOT be copied, downloaded or otherwise reproduced without written approval from Online Flower Search LLC. The original photograph of this product was added on: February 28, 2009. TROPICAL PLANT ENCYCLOPEDIA Pictogram Guide · Mouse over pictogram for definition
Chinese Ground Orchid, Nun Orchid This orchid has established itself throughout the Islands mostly in moist forests. This plant forms large clumps with inflorescences as tall as four feet bearing 10-20 fragrant flowers, opening up in succession. Sword shaped leaves develop as the tall inflorescens of white, rose and brown flowers reaches full bloom in the late spring. The species produces a new plant on a short bulb-like runner every year and flowers magnificently during March and April. It prefers the shade of trees and can take a long dry period before the flowering season. Use it for mass plantings or as a speciment in part shade. It is also good used as a potted plant. See video about Ground Orchids. Link to this plant: https://toptropicals.com/catalog/uid/phaius_tankervilleae.htm How do you take care of a nun orchid?Maintain soil moisture at an even level, allowing the top two inches of soil to dry out when new foliage matures. Soil pH should be in the range of 5.5 - 6.3. Apply an organic or slow release fertilizer every three months and a fish emulsion or compost tea every two weeks while the plants are in active growth.
How do I get my nun orchid to bloom?Give your nun's cap orchid a cool winter to trigger blooming in spring. This lowland forest native will tolerate cold (see "Temperature" below) and needs a cooler-than-normal treatment to bring on those blooms. Also cut back on watering, giving your orchid just enough water to prevent it from drying out.
When should I repot my nun's orchid?Repot Nun Orchids only when growth begins to suffer. Repot your Nun Orchids when the orchid has outgrown its pot and the new growth reaches out over the edge of the pot or when the soil has broken down completely. It is advisable to repot your Nun Orchids only when new growth begins, shortly after blooming is over.
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