Renanthera monachica - Compact Orchid with Fiery Red Blooms
Renanthera monachica - Compact Orchid with Fiery Red Blooms
Renanthera monachica - Compact Orchid with Fiery Red Blooms
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Renanthera monachica - Compact Orchid with Fiery Red Blooms

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Renanthera monachica - Compact Orchid with Fiery Red Blooms

Native to the Philippines, Renanthera monachica is a stunning orchid that commands attention with its fiery red blooms. Its compact size and vibrant flowers make it a prized addition to any orchid collection.

Distinctive Features

  • Growth Habit: This monopodial orchid, meaning it grows upward from a single stem, has a compact growth habit, making it ideal for those with limited space. Its leaves are thick and leathery, providing a lush backdrop for the vibrant flowers.
  • Flowers: Renanthera monachica is renowned for its clusters of bright red flowers, which can measure up to 5 cm (2 inches) in diameter. The petals and sepals are often spotted with darker red markings, adding depth and complexity to the blooms. The lip is typically smaller and less showy, providing a subtle contrast to the flamboyant petals.
  • Fragrance: While some Renanthera species are known for their fragrance, Renanthera monachica has no discernible scent.

Care Tips

  • Light: Provide bright, indirect light. Avoid direct sunlight, which can burn the leaves.
  • Water: Water regularly, keeping the potting media moist but not soggy. Allow the top layer to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering during the winter months.
  • Humidity: Maintain moderate to high humidity levels, around 50-70%. You can achieve this by misting the plant regularly or using a humidity tray.
  • Temperature: This orchid prefers intermediate to warm temperatures, ideally between 18-28°C (64-82°F) during the day and 13-18°C (55-64°F) at night.
  • Potting Media: Use a well-draining orchid potting mix, such as bark or a mixture of bark and sphagnum moss.
  • Fertiliser: Fertilise weakly, every other week during the growing season (spring-summer) with a balanced orchid fertiliser.
  • Air Circulation: Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal diseases.

Additional Notes

  • Renanthera monachica is a relatively easy orchid to care for, making it suitable for beginners.
  • Its compact size makes it ideal for growing on windowsills, under grow lights, or mounted on cork bark.
  • This orchid is a true showstopper when in bloom, adding a touch of fiery elegance to any space.
  • With proper care, Renanthera monachica can bloom reliably for many years.

Shipping Schedule & Biosecurity Information

  • Dispatch Day: All orders are dispatched on Tuesdays.
  • Cut-off for Same Week Dispatch: Orders must be placed by Monday 7am (AEST) to be sent that week. Orders placed after this will be dispatched the following Tuesday.

WA, NT & TAS Orders

  • Cut-off: Orders to WA, NT and TAS must be placed by Friday 7am (AEST) to be included in the following week’s dispatch.
  • Treatment & Delay: These orders require biosecurity treatment and certification, which is completed each Friday. Please allow an additional 1–2 weeks for processing.

Plant Health Certification (PHAC) Fees

  • $20 fee applies to WA orders.
  • $10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders.
  • This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping cost at checkout.

Renanthera monachica - Compact Orchid with Fiery Red Blooms
Renanthera monachica - Compact Orchid with Fiery Red Blooms

Size: 100mm

Renanthera monachica - Compact Orchid with Fiery Red Blooms
Renanthera monachica - Compact Orchid with Fiery Red Blooms
Renanthera monachica - Compact Orchid with Fiery Red Blooms

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