Gastrochilus malipoensis

Gastrochilus malipoensis is a miniature epiphytic orchid native to Malipo County in southeastern Yunnan Province, China. It thrives at elevations around 1,300 meters above sea level in karstic montane forests. This species is typically found growing on tree trunks or rocks in shaded environments.

Care Tips:

• Light: Provide bright, indirect light; avoid direct sunlight to prevent leaf burn.

• Temperature: Maintain a cool to warm environment; daytime temperatures between 25–26°C and nighttime temperatures around 17–18°C.

• Humidity: Keep humidity levels high, around 80–90%, especially during the growing season.

• Watering: Water regularly, allowing the substrate to dry slightly between waterings. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot.

• Mounting: Best grown mounted on cork or tree bark with sphagnum moss to mimic natural epiphytic conditions.

• Repotting: Repot every 2–3 years or when the plant outgrows its space.