Monkey face orchid

Naturesms on Instagram: "Monkey Face Orchid, this flower can bloom in any season, and the smell it emits is similar to that of a ripe orange. It has two strange features, namely two long thorns and two long calyxes. It is amazing how magical nature is."

There's no monkeying around when trying to grow these orchids—it can take three to eight years for them to mature!

About this item SUN: Monkey face orchids grow naturally in dim cool misty conditions. They do not enjoy sun. Keep yours in a cool dark spot or in full shade. You do not need to place it near a window to get direct sun as it will damage the plant. Bright light is also not essential. SOIL: Monkey face orchids cannot be grown in normal potting soil. They require a specific orchid mix that has a chunky consistency. You can purchase this mix or make it yourself using fir bark, perlite, and…

“The monkey orchid (Orchis simia) can be found in central & Southern Europe.”

An unusual pure white albino Monkey Orchid Orchis simia lacking the anthocyanin pigment that is responsible for the red lip markings that are characteristic of the species.

Monkey face orchid growing instruction & requirement Monkey face orchid info: climate, zone, growth speed, water, light, planting season & colors