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Glandular achlydosa Plant Care
Achlydosa glandulosa (Schltr.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones
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With bright green, oval-shaped leaves covered in tiny, sticky glands, this plant originates from the coastal regions of California. Plant collectors are drawn to Achlydosa glandulosa for its rare and unique appearance, making it a coveted addition to any collection.
Every 7–14 days
Bright indirect light
60–75°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Glandular achlydosa?
Water Glandular achlydosa every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 60–75°F (16–24°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Glandular achlydosa Native To?
What Is the Glandular achlydosa?
Glandular achlydosa (Achlydosa glandulosa) belongs to the Orchidaceae family within the Achlydosa genus. Glandular achlydosa is native to New Caledonia and the only species of the genus Achlydosa. Glandular achlydosa is also known as Sticky achlydosa.
Glandular achlydosa displays an epiphytic, clumping growth habit, reaching up to 1 ft tall with a spread of approximately 2 ft. Glandular achlydosa produces colorful, fragrant blooms in various shapes and sizes.
Leaf size: approximately 3 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Glandular achlydosa?
Achlydosa glandulosa requires watering every 7–14 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–14 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Glandular achlydosa Need?
Glandular achlydosa thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Glandular achlydosa in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Glandular achlydosa Prefer?
Achlydosa glandulosa grows best at temperatures of 60–75°F. Glandular achlydosa prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
60–75°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Glandular achlydosa?
Well-draining orchid mix with bark chips and sphagnum moss. Good drainage is essential for Glandular achlydosa to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Glandular achlydosa?
Feed Glandular achlydosa every 2 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 2 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Glandular achlydosa?
Repot every 1-2 years after flowering. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Glandular achlydosa?
Glandular achlydosa can be propagated through division, back bulbs.
Is the Glandular achlydosa Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Glandular achlydosa, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Keep pets from chewing it as a precaution.
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Glandular achlydosa?
Glandular achlydosa is susceptible to scale insects, spider mites, aphids. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Glandular achlydosa Need?
Glandular achlydosa grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10b – 11b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10b. Glandular achlydosa is native to New Caledonia and the only species of the genus Achlydosa. In cooler regions, grow Glandular achlydosa as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 10b – 11b
Keep exploring plants
Glandular achlydosa is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Achlydosa genus — compare its care with other Achlydosa species on PlantoScan.
Achlydosa is part of the Orchidaceae plant family — browse all Orchidaceae genera and species.
Glandular achlydosa thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Achlydosa glandulosa (Schltr.) M.A.Clem. & D.L.Jones, family Orchidaceae (first published in Orchadian 13: 439 (2002)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Glandular achlydosa, so we can't confirm whether it is safe for cats and dogs. Checked against the ASPCA plant list; any other toxicity note on this page comes from PlantoScan's plant database.
- Photo: Irisa Hudson, CC BY 4.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 10b – 11b, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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