Trichoglottis brachiata – Rare Species, honey fragrant!

Trichoglottis brachiata is a species native to Philippines. It also known as Trichoglottis atropurpurea, The Dark Purple Trichoglottis, Stauropsis philippinensis var. brachiate, Trichoglottis bicruris, Trichoglottis brachiate, Trichoglottis philippinensis var brachiata, and is a species in the genus Trichoglottis. 

Trichoglottis brachiata is the most beautiful flower in their family. It blooms on an axillary, short, racemose inflorescence with 1 or 2 fragrant, fleshy flowers occurring in the late summer (August – September). The flowers are 2-2.5 inches in diameter. They are variable in color, but the petals of both whorls usually have a vivid, deep red-purple color and hairy white on hot pink lip  

Trichoglottis brachiata needs a light level of 20000-30000 lux. The light should be filtered or dispersed, and the plants should not be exposed directly to the sun in the afternoon hours. Strong air movement should be ensured all the time. 

You can grow it in a 2"-3" basket, bare root like Vanda or mount if you have high humidity and water them daily. Or you can plant it in a pot with well drain, extra large New Zealand bark. This will keep moisture around the roots so you don't have to water daily. Misting their roots on hot days will help them grow fast and bloom more.

Pot size: tall plant hanging
Fragrant: Yes, smell like honey
Color(s): Maroon red with white or pink lip
Bloom: Blooming size
Bloom Season: Summer, Fall
Plant size: 28"– 33" tall
Temperature: Intermediate-Warm-Hot
Light Level: Medium-High
Humidity: High (70%–80%)
Water: Keep moist and can be dry out between watering
Fertilizer: half strength 20-20-20 every week. Winter feed them in every 2 weeks.
Air circulation: good air movement