Want to know proper orchid care for Aeranthes grandalena? It’s easy! This plant is a popular species of orchid. Proper orchid care for this plant is important if you desire to have a healthy, happy orchid.
There are over 25,000 different species of orchids in the world. The Aeranthes grandalena is among one of the most beautiful and fragrant orchids you can find.
This hybrid species is commonly used in fragrant body care items, such as perfume and body washes. Aeranthes grandalanea orchids are sight of beauty and perfect for your home or indoor spaces.
In this blog post you will find information on orchid care for Aeranthes grandalena, specifically information on:
- What an Aeranthes grandalena is
- Best temperatures for this orchid
- How to water Aeranthes grandalena
- How much light these orchids require
- Humidity levels for this plant
- How to fertilize Aeranthes grandalena
- Information on the fragrance this orchid emits
- How to make homemade perfume from orchid petals
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What are Aeranthes Grandalena Orchids?
The Aeranthes grandalena is one of the many different hybrid species within the orchid world. Aeranthes grandalena comes from the two orchid species Aeranthes grandiflora and Angraecum magdalenae.
Most aeranthes species of orchids are native to Madagascar and regions throughout the eastern coast of Africa. There are over 40 different species of aeranthes. Many of these orchids are bred with one another to create new, genetically engineered orchids such as the aeranthes grandalena.
Similar to the phalaenopsis orchid (who resembles a moth in appearance), aeranthes grandalena resembles a spider. This type of orchid can grow to be 3 feet tall indoors. Blooms on this orchid are spiky, wiry, and thin.
Aeranthes blooms on aeranthes grandalena can be white, yellow, or green and vibrant in color. Orchid blooms on aeranthes grandalena can grow to be 4 inches in width and 5 inches in height. Aeranthes grandalena blooms are among one of the most fragrant blooms in the orchid world.
Best Temperatures for Aeranthes Grandalena
The aeranthes grandalena and other species of aeranthes are native to Madagascar and other regions of Africa. Naturally, these orchids thrive best in warm climates.
The best temperature for aeranthes grandalena indoors is between 70 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit during the day. At night, you should not let the temperatures drop below 65 degrees Fahrenheit.
Most orchids are hardy and can naturally respond to changing temperatures. But if orchids are left in cold temperatures too long, you may begin to notices changes with your orchid.
If it becomes too cold, you will notice your aeranthes grandalena’s growth slow. You will also notice parts of your orchids, including the leaves, stems, and roots, are turning brown. When it becomes too cold, your orchid blooms will also begin to fall off. Cold temperatures will slowly kill your orchid.
The best ways to make sure your orchid is thriving in the right temperatures, you should:
- Set your thermostat between 70 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit
- Avoid placing your orchid near drafty windows
- Place your orchid in well-lit areas (light sources = heat)
- Use portable heaters for additional heat
For additional lighting and heating sources for your orchid check out the links below:
How to Water Aeranthes Grandalena
Water is an essential part in proper orchid care. Watering aeranthes grandalena is easy. Giving your plant proper amounts of water will leave your orchid thriving, growing, and glowing!
Aeranthes orchids should be watered every 7 to 10 days, or whenever the soil becomes completely dry. This type of orchid requires moist soil.
You should only give your aeranthes grandalena 3 to 5 ounces of water each time you water it. It is essential that you allow the soil to completely dry in between waterings. If the soil is constantly wet, then fungus and bacteria will form and grow. This can kill your orchid.
After each watering you should check the bottom of the pot. If you notice any standing or pooling water on the bottom of the pot immediately drain it.
Leaving orchid roots submerged in water will harm water and airflow. The roots may also begin to become soggy and may turn black (indicating root rot). You will begin to notice blooms and leaves falling off. Orchid stems will also begin to turn brown and die. Be sure to always drain any excess water.
Orchid Care for Aeranthes Grandalena: Lighting
Lighting plays an important role in proper orchid care for aeranthes grandalena and all other types of orchids. Light helps orchids in several ways. In order for growth and photosynthesis to occur, orchids need certain amounts of light each day to thrive and flourish.
Aeranthes grandalena orchids require at least 8 hours of sunlight each day. These orchids require partial shade as well. When placing your orchid indoors, avoid placing your aeranthes in direct sunlight.
Your aeranthes orchid will need to spend 50 to 60% of the day in shade. Avoid placing your plant in completely dark areas. Place your orchid in well-lit rooms in regions of your house or building that receives partial sunlight throughout the day.
You will notice if your aeranthes is getting too much light based on the dryness of your plant’s soil and the appearance of the leaves.
If you find that you need to water your orchid more than once a week, then this may be an indicator that your aeranthes is getting too much light during the day.
When you begin to notice your orchid’s leaves are turning yellow or red (like being sunburnt) or wilted, then these may be indicators that your orchid is getting too much light as well.
To fix these issues, simply move your orchid to an area that receives less direct sunlight throughout the day.
Do you need help giving your orchid or other indoor plants enough light each day? You can use artificial lighting, such as LED lights (less than 100W) to help with this issue. Check out my favorite plant lights below to help improve your orchid care:
Orchid Care for Aeranthes Grandalena: Humidity
The aeranthes orchids are native to hot and humid areas throughout eastern Africa. Aeranthes grandalena and other species of aeranthes require moist soil and humid conditions in order to be fully healthy.
Humidity levels for aeranthes grandalena should be at least 60% or higher. This amount of humidity will help keep your aeranthes’ soil moist. Moist soil helps with photosynthesis and orchid growth. You also won’t have to water your orchid as frequently as well if humidity levels or high.
To help increase the humidity levels in your home or space you can try using a humidifier. Humidifiers only run on water and are perfectly safe to use in your home around child or pets. These gadgets are also perfect for controlling humidity levels for your plants and orchids as well.
Another alternative for controlling your orchid’s humidity level is by misting your orchid with water. You can mist your orchid daily. Try using a misting bottle that is light when sprayed and won’t soak your plant.
Need a misting bottle or humidifier to help with humidity levels for your orchid or other indoor plants? Check out some of these cool items below. They will truly help in making orchid care easier for you:
How to Fertilize Aeranthes Grandalena
Most species of orchids need to be fertilized at least once a month. Orchids, including the aeranthes grandalena, require fertilizers that are rich in nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.
When choosing orchid fertilizers, be sure to find ones that are rich in those three key nutrients. Fertilizers help your orchid in receiving the necessary nutrients and minerals it needs to grow and survive.
Once you begin to fertilize your aeranthes, you will notice increased plant growth, more vibrant blooms, more roots and leaves, etc.
Be sure to read the directions on any fertilizer that you may choose to buy.
When you give your orchid too much fertilizer, then you risk burning your orchid’s roots. If the roots become burnt, then they may die. Once orchid roots begin dying, then your plant will slowly start to suffocate and die as well.
For some of my favorite orchid fertilizers, check out the links below:
For more information on proper care for aeranthes grandalena, check out this link on Aeranthes.
Fragrant Orchids: Aeranthes Grandalena
Aeranthes grandalena are among one of the most fragrant orchids of the 25,000 plus known species. The blooms on the aeranthes orchid is the source of smell that is emitted from this plant.
Aeranthes grandalena emit fragrances that are similar to jasmine. Jasmine is a pleasant-smelling, seductive and refreshing smell. You can use the petals from aeranthes grandalenas to make different body care items such as perfume or body scrubs.
How to Make Perfume from Aeranthes Grandalena petals
Making homemade perfume is easy. Aeranthes grandalena petals are perfect to use in perfume-making due to the strong, jasmine fragrance that these blooms emit.
Making homemade perfume from aeranthes grandaena petals is easy and inexpensive. This process should cost you no more than $40 (that’s cheaper than most store-bought perfumes) and take no more than 3 hours of your time.
Materials you will need to make your own perfume
To make your own perfume from aeranthes grandalena petals you will need:
- 12 to 20 aeranthes grandalena blooms
- Distilled Water (1 cup)
- Cooking Pot
- Cheesecloth
- Spray bottle
6 steps to make your own homemade perfume
Making perfume from aeranthes grandalena blooms will take you no more than 3 hours. This process is fairly simple and you will spend most of your time waiting for orchid blooms to boil and cool.
Below, you will find the different steps you should take to make your own perfume from aeranthes grandalena petals.
1. Collect your orchids
You will need at least 12 to 20 aeranthes grandalena blooms to make your own homemade perfume. Once you have enough blooms, begin to separate the petals and place them into a cooking pot.
2. Pour distilled water in pot with blooms
After you have placed enough blooms in a pot, pour 1 cup of distilled water in with the petals. You will want to use only distilled water for this process to help with chemical properties and to make the perfume as pure as possible.
3. Boil your orchid petals
Next, you should begin to boil your orchid petals in the water. Boiling the petals will activate the fragrance that is emitted. The water will start to become fragrant after several minutes of boiling the petals in it.
You should boil the petals on low heat for 2 hours. The longer you boil the petals, the stronger the fragrance of the water will be.
During this step you will want to occasionally check the petals to make sure they are not curing in the pot and that there is enough water throughout the 2 hours. You may need to add more water to the pot, as it will start to dissolve once it is boiling.
4. Let the water cool
After you have boiled the orchid petals for at least 2 hours, let the water cool.
Move the pot away from heat and let the perfume mixture cool for 1 hour.
5. Strain the perfume mixture
Once the perfume mixture (or water) has cooled, you should strain it into a perfume bottle.
To do this, you will need a cheesecloth and a spray or perfume bottle to put your perfume in. You may need to use a funnel to help with getting the liquid into the spray bottle.
Simply place the cheesecloth over the spray bottle or funnel and slowly pour the perfume mixture into the container.
The cheesecloth will help keep any petal particles from getting into the perfume bottle.
6. Enjoy Your Homemade Perfume!
Now that you have strained the perfume mixture into the spray bottle, it is ready to wear for any occasion. Use 2 to 4 sprays of your perfume and you will be ready to go.
Also once you have made your perfume, you can get creative and even name it as well!
For more information on how to make your own perfume, check out this link on how to make homemade perfume from orchid petals.
Proper Orchid Care for Aeranthes Grandalena: Summarized
Aeranthes grandalena are among one of the most fragrant, hybrid species of orchids in the orchid world.
This hybrid orchid species comes from Aeranthes grandiflora and Angraecum magdalenae, all being native to regions throughout Africa.
It is important that you properly care for your aeranthes grandalena. This orchid needs proper lighting, amounts of water, temperatures, humidity levels, and fertilizers.
Aeranthes grandalena should:
- Be placed in partial sunlight each day (in 60% shade)
- Be watered 7 to 10 days
- Given only 3 to 5 ounces of water each watering
- Have humidity levels that are at least 60%
- Be placed in areas that are at least 70 degrees Fahrenheit during the day
- Fertilized as directed on fertilizer packs
If you show your aeranthes grandalena proper love and care, your orchid will begin to grow beautiful, spider-like, fragrant blooms that smell like jasmine. These blooms can be used to make a variety of different body care items such as perfume.
Perfume is easy to make and aeranthes grandalena petals are perfect for the process! Owning one of these orchids can be fun and easy, especially now that you know the proper care this orchid needs to survive.
Thanks for reading!
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