Rhy. retusa 'Pink' - Blooming Size

The Foxtail Orchid, scientifically known as Rhynchostylis retusa 'Pink', is a show-stopping species famed for its dramatic, cascading flower spikes. Instead of the typical upright orchid bloom, this variety produces long, dense, cylindrical racemes that drape elegantly like a fluffy fox's tail. Covered in hundreds of tightly packed, crystalline white blossoms heavily speckled with vibrant amethyst-pink, it is an absolute masterpiece of nature.

Why You'll Love It:

• The "Foxtail" Effect: A mature plant can produce spectacular, pendulous flower spikes reaching up to 2 feet long, creating a literal waterfall of pink and white blooms.

• Heavenly Scent: It boasts an incredibly sweet, spicy, and citrus-like fragrance that intensifies in the warmth of the morning sun.

• Unique Growth Habit: As a monopodial orchid, it grows beautifully in wooden baskets with its thick, silvery aerial roots hanging down, adding a wild, exotic touch to your space.

• Long-Lasting Show: The waxy, durable blooms open sequentially and stay fresh for several weeks, giving you plenty of time to enjoy the spectacle.

Quick Care Guide:

• Light: Bright, indirect light. It thrives in conditions similar to Vandas—think dappled morning sun but protected from harsh, scorching midday rays.

• Water: High water needs, but excellent drainage is non-negotiable. If grown in a basket with bare roots, mist daily (or even twice a day in summer). If potted, water thoroughly as soon as the media approaches dryness.

• Temperature: Warm to hot. It prefers daytime temperatures between 75°F and 85°F, and should not be exposed to temperatures below 60°F.

• Humidity & Air: Loves high humidity (60% to 80%) and constant, buoyant air movement to keep its roots and crown healthy.

• Fertilizer: Feed weakly weekly with a balanced orchid fertilizer during the active spring and summer growing months.