Help needed with Ang. florientum X Ang. scottsianum

[Grandma M]

Ang. florulentun X Ang. scottsianum.

How do I grow this plant? I looked them up, florientum needs shade (low light) 500- 1500 fc,- - - scottsianum needs high light 2500-3500 fc.

How do I grow a cross between these two? I'm confused. I need your expertise in knowing what to do.

Marilyn

[Ross]

Originally Posted by Grandma M

Ang. florulentun X Ang. scottsianum.

How do I grow this plant? I looked them up, florientum needs shade (low light) 500- 1500 fc,- - - scottsianum needs high light 2500-3500 fc.

How do I grow a cross between these two? I'm confused. I need your expertise in knowing what to do.

Marilyn

While florulentum can tolerate low light, it technically wants higher light - say in the 1200-1800 fc range. I grow mine shadier because that's where I can fit it. As it gets taller it will, naturally, get more light. So I would aim for medium light in the 1500-2000 FC range if it were mine. Woest case scenario is it wouldn't bloom. You will know after a year. If it doesn't, then consider stepping up the light over time. Angraecoids really don't show high light affects like others (red leaves) - they tend to get really yellow leaves. If this happens, then adjust the light down. Just my 2 cents.