Jun 2, 2024 · Ascocenda orchids are epiphytic plants naturally found in the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. These hybrids inherit their compact growth habit from Ascocentrum and their large, showy flowers from Vanda.

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Feb 7, 2012 · Orchid Ascocenda & Vanda. Ascocendas are of the Vanda family, both being epiphytes, meaning they need no potting medium in order to survive. They are often grown in a cedar basket with no cover for the roots. The care is the same for both. There is no rest period for these orchids so they will flower several times a year.

The genus Vanda are best known for their free flowing, brilliant colors, and aerial root structure. Vanda flowers are large, long lasting and sometimes fragrant. Ascocendas are a more compact version of a Vanda with substantially smaller flowers.

Ascocendas are a more compact version of a Vanda with substantially smaller flowers. The culture requirements for Ascocendas are the same as for Vandas.

Feb 21, 2012 · Vandaceous ­orchids grow best under daytime conditions of 65ºF (18ºC) or higher, but they can withstand long spells of hot weather and short spells of cold. They will continue in active growth anytime of the year if given warm temperatures and bright light.

Ascocentrum orchids are beautiful Vanda relatives. They are generally considered miniature orchids, as they look a lot like Vanda s, except smaller and brightly colored, with quite dense, erect flower stems. They are often hybridized with Vanda s; …

Vandas and Ascocentrums can be crossbred with closely related orchids to create hybrids. Hybrid plants combine the best qualities of both parents, and some can survive poor growing conditions or neglect. This "hybrid durability" makes them great choices for beginning orchid growers. Vanda hybrids include: Ascocentrum x Vanda, abbreviated Ascda.

Ascocenda is closely related to Vanda and is therefore cultivated just as well. This applies especially for the home care of Ascocenda. Ascocenda grows like Vanda with distinct aerial roots , which can soak up moisture like a sponge .

× Ascocenda, abbreviated as Ascda in the horticultural trade, [1] was a human-made hybrid orchid genus resulting from a cross between the former genus Ascocentrum and Vanda (Asctm × V). It was first described in Orchid Rev. 57: 172 (1949).