Aranda Ang Hee Seng & Vanda Teres

[satishsherikar]

Hi,

I added Aranda Ang Hee Seng (potted in Charcoal and Bark) & Vanda Teres (Potted in Cocoa Peat) to my collection recently. Can any of you please give me more info on taking care of them (Water, Light)??

[patticake]

Hi! It would help if we knew what type of orchids they are. There are so many different ways of caring for orchids, depending on the type. Is it warm year-round where you are? Let us know....

The Vanda isn't one I know about, since I live where it's not enough light, so I don't grow them. I'm not sure on your other plant....

[jerrymeola]

Your Aranda is a Vanda hybrid.

The following was taken from the orchid species encyclopedia

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Vanda and Zygopetalum hybrids



This genus is the result of crossing the genera Arachnis and Vanda. Generally they need a lot of direct sunlight, at least 3 hours a day. They like Arachnis need to be supported by something as they can become quite tall.

1. Aranda Ang Hee Seng

1. Arachnis Maroon Maggie and Vanda Dawn Nishimura are crossed to make this 1974 hybrid registered by Mak Chin On.

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In addition, all Vandaceuos types need high quantities of water as the bare roots dry so quickly. In Florida, we try to water at least every day and twice a day when very dry.

[satishsherikar]

Thanks for the info, Jerry! Will water them regularly. Regarding light, do they have to get direct sunlight? Will morning sun work for them? I kept them in shade the last few days. Just afraid that I do not burn them with excess light.