Vanda Sri Siam

Compact Fragrant Vanda with Rich Purple Blooms

Vanda 'Sri Siam' is a cultivated hybrid known for its compact growth habit and richly coloured purple flowers. A mericlone selection, it delivers reliable form and vibrant colour across plants. Ideal for indoor growers or warm-climate gardeners, it thrives with good light and ventilation.

Distinctive Features

• Floral Size and Fragrance: Bears 3 cm blooms with a sweet fragrance, arranged on short, upright spikes.
• Flower Colour: Deep burgundy to plum-purple, often with a slightly velvety finish.
• Growth Habit: Compact and upright, making it suitable for hanging baskets or mounted culture.

Care Tips

• Light: Bright, indirect light indoors; filtered full sun outdoors in covered areas.
• Water: Water regularly in warm weather, allowing media to almost dry between watering; reduce in cooler months.
• Humidity: Prefers moderate to high humidity; ensure good airflow in enclosed spaces.
• Media: Grows well mounted or in open baskets with coarse orchid bark or charcoal.
• Temperature: Thrives in 18–30°C; protect from cold drafts or temperatures below 12°C.
• Fertiliser: Apply weakly diluted orchid fertiliser fortnightly during active growth.
• Repotting: Every 2–3 years or when roots outgrow the container; best done in spring.

Additional Notes

• Can be grown outdoors in subtropical zones if sheltered from frost and excessive rain.
• Will flower several times per year under good growing conditions, particularly with consistent warmth and feeding.