Spiranthes ochroleuca aka Yellow Nodding Lady's Tresses

With a bit of knowledge and dedication, you can successfully care for Yellow Nodding Lady's Tresses, making it a rewarding choice for those seeking a moderate challenge.

Yellow Nodding Lady's Tresses should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Yellow Nodding Lady's Tresses loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

To ensure optimal growth, the Yellow Nodding Lady's Tresses prefers bright indirect light for 6-8 hours each day. Insufficient light can result in slow growth and leaf drop, so it's important to find a well-lit location for this plant. Place it near a window, within a distance of 1 meter (3 feet), to enhance its potential for thriving.

The Yellow Nodding Lady's Tresses grows at a slow pace and doesn't require any supplementary fertilizers. By renewing its potting soil once a year, it should receive enough nourishment. Remember, plants obtain their energy from sunlight, not fertilizers.

Ploi lacks confirmed information on the toxicity of this plant. If you, a relative, or your pet accidentally consume plant material with unknown toxicity, it's best to consult a medical expert.