Renanthera storiei

Renanthera storiei is a medium to giant-sized, monopodial orchid species endemic to the Philippines, typically found up to about 1000 m elevation growing as an epiphyte (and sometimes at the base of trees) in bright light to full sun.

Features:

• Size & Habit: Medium to giant monopodial orchid, often growing tall with robust stems and leaves.

• Leaves: Broad, leathery, bilobed leaves arranged distichously along the stem.

• Inflorescence: Semi-pendulous to arching branched spikes with many flowers.

• Flowers: Bright scarlet-red blooms about ~6 cm wide, making a striking display.

Care Tips:

• Light

  • Requires very bright light, ideally with several hours of strong, filtered or direct morning/afternoon sun.

  • Bright light encourages heavy flowering.

• Temperature

  • Thrives in warm to hot conditions (~20–30 °C / 68–86 °F).

  • Avoid sustained cool temperatures below ~15 °C (59 °F).

• Watering

  • Water frequently during active growth, keeping roots moist but not waterlogged.

  • Allow slight drying of the medium between waterings to prevent rot.

• Humidity

  • Prefers high humidity (60–80%+).

  • Pair humidity with good air circulation to reduce fungal issues.

• Air Circulation

  • Excellent airflow is essential to mimic its native open, windy habitats.

• Growing Medium / Mounting

  • Grows well mounted or in hanging baskets with very open, well-draining media (coarse bark, charcoal, tree fern fiber).

  • If potted, ensure excellent drainage and good exposure of roots to air.

• Fertilizing

  • Regular feeding with diluted orchid fertilizer during growth season supports strong growth and flowering.

• Flowering

  • Flowers most commonly in summer and can produce long, showy inflorescences loaded with red blooms.