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Acriopsis cochlearis Plant Care
Acriopsis indica Wight
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Native to Southeast Asia, this plant is known for its unique pendant-like inflorescence. Acriopsis indica's long, thin leaves and delicate white flowers make it a coveted addition to any plant collector's collection.
Every 5–7 days
Bright indirect to filtered sunlight
65–85°F
60–80%
At a glance
How do you care for Acriopsis cochlearis?
Water Acriopsis cochlearis every 5–7 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect to filtered sunlight. It prefers temperatures of 65–85°F (18–29°C) and 60–80% humidity. Fertilize it every 2 months during the growing season.
Where Is the Acriopsis cochlearis Native To?
What Is the Acriopsis cochlearis?
Acriopsis cochlearis (Acriopsis indica) belongs to the Orchidaceae family within the Acriopsis genus. Acriopsis cochlearis is native to Yunnan, Assam, Andaman Islands, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Islands, Malaysia, Philippines, Sulawesi. Acriopsis cochlearis is also known as Acriopsis indica var. borneensis.
Acriopsis cochlearis displays an epiphytic, clumping growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Acriopsis cochlearis produces small, fragrant flowers in various colors.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Acriopsis cochlearis?
Acriopsis indica requires watering every 5–7 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 5–7 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Acriopsis cochlearis Need?
Acriopsis cochlearis thrives in bright indirect to filtered sunlight. Avoid placing Acriopsis cochlearis in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect to filtered sunlight
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Acriopsis cochlearis Prefer?
Acriopsis indica grows best at temperatures of 65–85°F. Acriopsis cochlearis prefers humidity levels of 60–80%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–85°F
Humidity
60–80%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Acriopsis cochlearis?
Well-draining orchid mix with bark chips and sphagnum moss. Good drainage is essential for Acriopsis cochlearis to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Acriopsis cochlearis?
Feed Acriopsis cochlearis 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 Acriopsis cochlearis?
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 Acriopsis cochlearis?
Acriopsis cochlearis can be propagated through division, back bulbs. Similar propagation techniques also apply to acriopsis emarginata plant care, which shares the same genus.
Is the Acriopsis cochlearis Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Acriopsis cochlearis, 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 Acriopsis cochlearis?
Acriopsis cochlearis is susceptible to aphids, scale insects, spider mites. 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 Acriopsis cochlearis Need?
Acriopsis cochlearis grows outdoors in USDA Zone 10b – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 10b. Acriopsis cochlearis is native to Yunnan, Assam, Andaman Islands, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, Borneo, Java, Lesser Sunda Islands, Malaysia, Philippines, Sulawesi. In cooler regions, grow Acriopsis cochlearis as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 10b – 12b
Keep exploring plants
Acriopsis cochlearis 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 Acriopsis genus — compare its care with other Acriopsis species on PlantoScan.
Acriopsis is part of the Orchidaceae plant family — browse all Orchidaceae genera and species.
Acriopsis cochlearis thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Acriopsis indica Wight, family Orchidaceae (first published in Icon. Pl. Ind. Orient. 5: t. 1748 (1851)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Acriopsis cochlearis, 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: Teguh, CC BY 4.0, iNaturalist — original.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 10b – 12b, 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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