• Gastrochilus sinensis Z. H. Tsi (1989) is a small epiphytic orchid native to southern China, typically found at elevations of 800–3200 m on tree trunks or occasionally on rocks in forested areas.
  • Gastrochilus sinensis Z. H. Tsi (1989) is a small epiphytic orchid native to southern China, typically found at elevations of 800–3200 m on tree trunks or occasionally on rocks in forested areas.
  • Gastrochilus sinensis Z. H. Tsi (1989) is a small epiphytic orchid native to southern China, typically found at elevations of 800–3200 m on tree trunks or occasionally on rocks in forested areas.
  • Gastrochilus sinensis Z. H. Tsi (1989) is a small epiphytic orchid native to southern China, typically found at elevations of 800–3200 m on tree trunks or occasionally on rocks in forested areas.
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Gastrochilus sinensis

Gastrochilus sinensis

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Gastrochilus sinensis Z. H. Tsi (1989) is a small epiphytic orchid native to southern China, typically found at elevations of 800–3200 m on tree trunks or occasionally on rocks in forested areas.

It has a creeping stem up to 20 cm long with small oblong to elliptic leaves, and produces umbels of 2–3 yellow-green flowers marked with purple-red spots. The distinctive lip is divided into a saccate hypochile and a kidney-shaped epichile with fine hairs. Flowering usually occurs in October.

Care Tips:

  • Light: Bright, indirect light. Avoid strong direct sun especially midday.

  • Watering & Humidity: Keep humidity relatively high. Water regularly in growing season but ensure good drainage; avoid letting roots stay soggy.

  • Temperature: Prefers cool to intermediate-warm conditions; tolerates moderate elevation temperatures.

  • Substrate & Mounting: Mount on bark or use a mix with good airflow (e.g., bark + moss). The creeping stem benefits from support or mount.

  • Flowering care: Provide favorable conditions (good humidity, stable temps) leading up to its natural bloom period (around October) to stimulate flowering.

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