Kingidium deliciosum sp. 3in

Extremely mini silver-leaved Phalaenopsis relative. Kingidium deliciosum is found in the Himalayas, Thailand, Laos, Philippines and neighboring regions. Grows near rivers and streams on the surrounding trees. Very cute. A stable species often used for producing small hybrid Phals. 

Unless stated orchids will not arrive in spike or bloom. 

CARE INFO:

Potting mix: Coarse/fine bark with some sphagnum moss added to slow drying, mounted with moss. Repot in Spring once every other year as the bark begins to break down. Don't move up in pot size until fully root bound.

Light: Medium light. Bright North or East facing is preferred. Shield from direct afternoon or evening light to protect the leaves from burning. 

Water: Water when media is dry. Prefers wet/dry cycle similar to most Phals. Decrease in winter. 

Temp: Intermediate-warm (55F min night, 85F max day). 

Humidity: 50-80%. Not picky.

Fertilizing: 1/4-1/2 strength urea-free fertilizer, every other watering as new roots and leaves emerge. Flush the pot with water once monthly to remove mineral build up. Decrease to once monthly or less. Light feeders.

Photo credit: Hortus orchis - Kingidium deliciosum