🌳 Description:

• Scientific name: Papilionanthe teres var. alba 'Olympic Rings'
• Family: Orchidaceae
• Genus: Papilionanthe (syn. Vanda teres var. alba)
• Origins: Epiphytic species native to India and Myanmar; var. alba is the pure white-flowered form, very rare in nature
• Domestic use: Botanical collector's orchid with pure white, fragrant flowers; ideal as an indoor plant in bright light or a sunny position
• Key features: Cylindrical, succulent leaves characteristic of the genus Papilionanthe; 'Olympic Rings' clone of the alba variety with large, elegant pure white flowers; pleasant fragrance; vigorous climbing habit; direct parent of Vanda Miss Joaquim; extremely rare in cultivation
• Average adult size: Plant 60–120 cm; flowers 6–8 cm
• Flowering: Typically spring-summer; fragrant pure white flowers
• Fragrance: Yes — pleasant

🌞 Light exposure: High light — prefers full direct sunlight or very intense light. Ideal in a very bright position.

🚿 Watering: Water abundantly during active growth, allowing the roots to dry almost completely between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.

🌡️ Minimum tolerable temperature and growing temperature: Warm climate — nighttime minimum 18–20 °C, daytime 25–32 °C. Avoid temperatures below 15 °C.

🌱 Soil type and repotting: Grow hanging or in an open basket with coconut fiber or coarse bark. Repot every 2–3 years or when the growing medium breaks down.

🌿 Fertilisation: Use a specific orchid fertiliser every 2 weeks during active growth. Reduce in winter.

✂️ Pruning or other recommended horticultural treatments: Remove spent flower spikes. Remove dry or damaged leaves.

💧 Ambient humidity: High humidity (65–75%). Always ensure good ventilation.

The dimensions are purely indicative and refer to an adult plant.