This orchid species come mainly from Africa and Madagascar, with the latter giving us most of the more showy species. With nearly 1000 species, it is easy to select groups of species that will provide flowers for every season of the year. The genus ANGRAECUM (mainly from Madagascar) has more than 50 species with showy white flowers ranging in size from one to eight inches in spread. The number of genera is far too large to cover, but the many exotic forms and fantastic shapes of the angraecoids are sure to entice all who are willing to try. The most common hybrid will be Angrcm. Longiscott with beautiful white flowers sporting a long nectar spur.

Temperature: Most angraecoids grow well in temperatures of 57-85 degrees Fahrenheit. Short periods of 10 degrees higher or lower are tolerated with little or no damage.

Light: Most grow and flower well under 50-75% shade. When placing your hand 12 inches from the plant, you should see a definite shadow.

Humidity: Most angraecoids grow well with humidity of 60-80%

Air: Good air movement is very essential. Plants should be moving and swaying but not thrashing. In the warmer states, good air movement is especially important.

Water: Most angraecoids are quite sensitive to water quality and will eventually decline where high amounts of dissolved salts pollute the water. Many species prefer water with low salt content; if such water cannot be supplied continuously, it is helpful to dunk the entire plant occasionally in distilled or rainwater for approximately 30 minutes. Where water has less than 100 PPM of salts, this is unnecessary.

Fertilizer: If potted in bark, these plants would appreciate a high nitrogen fertilizer every other watering at ½ strength. A high phosphorus fertilizer can be given every 4th feeding to boost flowers and encourage good root growth.

Potting
These plants dislike having their roots confined. Most angraecoids appreciate being in a medium with good drainage. Medium to large bark is recommended, repotting only when the old medium starts to break down. Usually every 2 years.