Aspidogyne argentea, commonly known as the silver jewel orchid, is prized for its beautiful, velvety leaves with silver veining. This terrestrial orchid is an excellent addition to any indoor plant collection, offering a striking aesthetic with relatively easy care.
Native to: Aspidogyne argentea is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in countries such as Brazil and Peru. It thrives in the humid, shaded understory of these forests.
Water: Keep the soil of Aspidogyne argentea consistently moist but not soggy. Water thoroughly when the top 1-2 cm of soil feels dry to the touch. Ensure good drainage to prevent water from pooling around the roots, which can lead to rot.
Light: This orchid prefers bright, indirect light. Direct sunlight can damage the delicate leaves, so it's best placed in a spot where it receives filtered light. It can also adapt to lower light conditions, although its growth may slow down slightly.
Humidity: Aspidogyne argentea thrives in high humidity levels between 70% and 90%, making it an ideal candidate for terrarium culture. In less humid indoor environments, use a humidifier or a pebble tray with water to maintain adequate moisture levels.
Temperature: Maintain a temperature range of 18°C to 24°C for optimal growth. Aspidogyne argentea prefers stable, warm conditions and should be protected from temperatures below 15°C and cold drafts, which can stress the plant and hinder its growth.
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All plants are shipped in their plastic nursery pot unless otherwise stated.
Plant pot sizes can fluctuate +/- 1cm.
We recommend to always size up your decorative pot by 1-2cm larger than the stated plant pot size. For example if you are purchasing a 12cm plant, you should purchase a 14cm decorative pot to ensure it will fit correctly.
We pride ourselves on the love and care with give our plants. Our entire team are plant obsessives at heart and so we go above and beyond to care for the plants we have in stock.
That said, plants are living beings and may differ slightly from the photo provided unless otherwise stated. Small leaf imperfections may be present and won't be compensated for. Some plants such as Begonia may suffer slight leaf melt when shipped. This is normal and nothing to be concerned about.
All our plants are stores and/or grown in our nursery under LED lighting. The conditions in our nursery are a minimum of 60% humidity and 19C year round.
