Spiranthes ochroleuca aka Yellow Nodding Lady's Tresses
Taxonomy ID: 15316
Common names
Yellow Nodding Lady's Tresses, Yellow Ladies' Tresses, Yellow Nodding Ladies' TressesMore information about Yellow Nodding Lady's Tresses
How difficult is it to take care of 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.
What are the water needs for Yellow Nodding Lady's Tresses
Yellow Nodding Lady's Tresses should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.
What is the right soil for Yellow Nodding Lady's Tresses
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.
What is the sunlight requirement for Yellow Nodding Lady's Tresses
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.
How to fertilize Yellow Nodding Lady's Tresses
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.
Is Yellow Nodding Lady's Tresses toxic to humans/pets?
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.
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More Species in Spiranthes Genus
Spiranthes romanzoffiana Irish Lady's Tresses
Spiranthes cernua Common Ladies' Tresses
Spiranthes incurva Sphinx Ladies' Tresses
Spiranthes ovalis October Ladies' Tresses
Spiranthes casei Case's Ladies' Tresses
Spiranthes magnicamporum Great Plains Ladies' Tresses
Spiranthes ochroleuca Yellow Nodding Lady's Tresses
Spiranthes porrifolia Western Ladies' Tresses
Spiranthes odorata Marsh Ladies' Tresses
