Vanda AR Bangkok Sunset × Aerides houlettiana – Tropical Orchid Hybrid of Vivid Beauty

Vanda AR Bangkok Sunset × Aerides houlettiana is a captivating hybrid orchid combining the dazzling flower colouration of Vanda with the intoxicating fragrance and compact form of Aerides houlettiana. Native to tropical Asia, both parent species are epiphytes that thrive in bright, humid forest canopies, making this cross a visual and aromatic treasure for orchid collectors.

Distinctive Features

• Striking Blooms: Brilliantly coloured flowers in hues of orange, yellow, and pink, often exhibiting speckles and a soft gradient, inherited from *Vanda AR Bangkok Sunset*.
• Heavenly Scent: Strongly fragrant blooms, particularly in the morning and evening, a hallmark of Aerides houlettiana parentage.
• Elegant Growth Habit: Monopodial structure with arching inflorescences and glossy, strap-like leaves; aerial roots cascade freely, enhancing its ornamental appeal.

Care Tips

• Light: Prefers bright, filtered sunlight; ideal for greenhouse or east-facing windowsills with partial shading.
• Water: Water thoroughly once roots have dried; reduce slightly during cooler months while maintaining humidity.
• Humidity: Thrives in 60–80% humidity; mist regularly or use a humidity tray if grown indoors.
• Temperature: Ideal temperatures range from 18°C to 28°C; protect from cold draughts below 15°C.
• Fertiliser: Apply a balanced orchid fertiliser weekly during the growing season; reduce feeding in winter.
• Potting: Best grown in baskets or mounted; allow excellent airflow around roots using coarse orchid bark or sphagnum moss.
• Propagation: Can be propagated via keikis (offsets) that develop along the stem over time.

Additional Notes

• Flowering can occur multiple times a year in optimal conditions, with long-lasting blooms that can endure for weeks.
• Non-toxic to pets, but aerial roots are sensitive to handling