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Vanda orchid

The Vanda orchid, renowned for its spectacular aerial roots and extravagant colors, is an exclusive plant that enhances any space. With its unique growth habit and vibrant appearance, the Vanda is a true eye-catcher.

The orchid, also known as the queen of the jungle, exists in many different species! The Vanda is one of the most unique and exclusive varieties. With its striking aerial roots and rich color palette, this orchid is an immediate eye-catcher. The Vanda’s growth habit is unlike any other, making it a fascinating plant.

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Unusual Growth Habit

Of the Vanda

The Vanda is found growing wild in many places, from India and Sri Lanka to northern Australia. The Vanda has a unique growth habit that is not common in nature. This is because it does not grow in the soil, but on a tree. The aerial roots hang freely or wrap themselves around the tree. Because the roots act like a sponge, they can absorb all the water and nutrients that comes from morning dew and rain. So the Vanda does not need potting soil. In fact, the roots would rot in soil.

Extravagant colours

The Vanda is the orchid with the most vibrant colour palette. The Vanda comes in all the colours of the rainbow. There is even a whole range of shades of blue, even though the colour blue is very rare in nature. The extravagant colours are designed to attract insects for pollination.

How to care

for the orchid

Place the plant in a bright spot where it is not in direct sunlight. The optimum temperature is 17 to 28 º C. This 'air plant' does not need much water. It is best to mist a hanging Vanda two or three times a day. If the Vanda is hanging in a dry room, it’s a good idea to place the plant in a bucket of water for half an hour twice a week. The roots will then suck themselves full with water. The air indoors can be drier in summer and winter. You should then spray the smallest buds so they don't dry out.

A Vanda in a vase needs watering once or twice a week. Fill the vase with water until the roots are submerged. It is thereby important to ensure that no water gets on the leaves. Empty the vase after 20 to 30 minutes. The roots are saturated when no more air bubbles appear.

Tip

You can tell by the roots of the Vanda if they have had enough water. Gray roots are dry and need water. When the roots have filled up with water, they turn green.

Vanda uses

The Vanda looks great in a vase, with its decorative roots clearly visible. The roots become attached to the glass at some point. The Vanda can also be hung from the ceiling without using a root ball or potting soil! Loose on a hook or suspended from a chandelier, the Vanda steals the show. We are also increasingly seeing the Vanda in a terracotta hanging pot with holes. The Vanda's roots have plenty of room to dangle through the holes. It also looks super cute!

Ansu Vanda

Ansu: the exclusive grower of the Vanda

The Vanda is grown exclusively by the Ansu nursery. This company's history is a great story. Their motto is 'Standing out Together', and they certainly do that by cultivating the beautiful Vandas.

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