Ambrella longituba Plant Care
Ambrella longituba H.Perrier
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This plant is known for its long, tubular red flowers that hang gracefully from the stems. Originating from Southeast Asia, the Ambrella longituba is highly sought after by plant collectors for its unique and exotic appearance in gardens and landscapes.
Every 7–14 days
Bright indirect light
65–80°F
50–70%
At a glance
How do you care for Ambrella longituba?
Water Ambrella longituba every 7–14 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it bright indirect light. It prefers temperatures of 65–80°F (18–27°C) and 50–70% humidity. Fertilize it every month during the growing season.
Where Is the Ambrella longituba Native To?
What Is the Ambrella longituba?
Ambrella longituba (Ambrella longituba) belongs to the Orchidaceae family within the Ambrella genus. Ambrella longituba is native to Madagascar. Ambrella longituba is also known as Long-tubed Umbrella Plant.
Ambrella longituba displays an epiphytic, clumping growth habit, reaching up to 5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 3 ft. Ambrella longituba produces showy, colorful blooms in various shapes and sizes.
Leaf size: approximately 6 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Ambrella longituba?
Ambrella longituba 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 Ambrella longituba Need?
Ambrella longituba thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Ambrella longituba in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Ambrella longituba Prefer?
Ambrella longituba grows best at temperatures of 65–80°F. Ambrella longituba prefers humidity levels of 50–70%. A pebble tray or humidifier helps maintain adequate moisture around the plant.
Temperature
65–80°F
Humidity
50–70%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Ambrella longituba?
Loose, well-draining orchid mix with bark and sphagnum moss. Good drainage is essential for Ambrella longituba to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Ambrella longituba?
Feed Ambrella longituba every month 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 month
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Ambrella longituba?
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 Ambrella longituba?
Ambrella longituba can be propagated through division, back bulbs.
Is the Ambrella longituba Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Ambrella longituba, 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 Ambrella longituba?
Ambrella longituba 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 Ambrella longituba Need?
Ambrella longituba grows outdoors in USDA Zone 11a – 12b. It survives winters down to planting zone 11a. Ambrella longituba is native to Madagascar. In cooler regions, grow Ambrella longituba as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 11a – 12b
Keep exploring plants
Ambrella longituba 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 Ambrella genus — compare its care with other Ambrella species on PlantoScan.
Ambrella is part of the Orchidaceae plant family — browse all Orchidaceae genera and species.
Ambrella longituba thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Ambrella longituba H.Perrier, family Orchidaceae (first published in Bull. Soc. Bot. France 81: 655 (1934)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Ambrella longituba, 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.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 11a – 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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