Windowsill Orchid
Pleione formosana
Also known as
Fairy Orchid, Dwarf Tibetan Orchid
Pleione by Flying Freddy (CC BY-SA 3.0)
Partial Shade
Moderate watering
Half-hardy
H3
RHS hardiness
-5°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
50cm | Max | 50cm |
10cm | Min | 10cm |
10 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has a mild fragrance
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Windowsill Orchid Overview
Pleione formosana is a delicate, deciduous perennial orchid species from the Orchidaceae family. Commonly known by the names Windowsill Orchid and Fairy Orchid. It typically reaches 15cm in height and it may be grown in a woodland setting or a shaded rock garden. The blooms measure around 8cm across, they are white to pink in colour and fragrant.
Common problems with Windowsill Orchid
How to propagate Windowsill Orchid
Division
Propagate by division of tubers where possible.
Tubers
Special features of Windowsill Orchid
Attractive flowers
Other uses of Windowsill Orchid
Fragrance, ornamental, foliage, greenhouse, rock garden