Grammata Bird Orchid Plant Care
Chiloglottis grammata G.W.Carr
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Chiloglottis grammata, commonly known as the small bird orchid, is a species of orchid endemic to Tasmania. It has two broad leaves and a single greenish purple to purple flower with short, shiny greenish to reddish or black calli and low ridges resembling writing, covering most of the upper surface of the labellum.
Filtered light, avoid direct sun
At a glance
How do you care for Grammata Bird Orchid?
Grammata Bird Orchid grows best in filtered light, avoid direct sun.
Where Is the Grammata Bird Orchid Native To?
What Is the Grammata Bird Orchid?
Grammata Bird Orchid (Chiloglottis grammata) belongs to the Orchidaceae family within the Chiloglottis genus. Grammata Bird Orchid is native to Tasmania.
Grammata Bird Orchid displays a terrestrial, ground-hugging growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately . Grammata Bird Orchid produces unique, intricate flowers with intricate markings.
What Light Does the Grammata Bird Orchid Need?
Grammata Bird Orchid thrives in filtered light, avoid direct sun.
Light Requirement
Filtered light, avoid direct sun
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Grammata Bird Orchid?
Well-draining orchid mix with bark and perlite. Good drainage is essential for Grammata Bird Orchid to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Do You Repot a Grammata Bird Orchid?
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 Grammata Bird Orchid?
Grammata Bird Orchid can be propagated through division, seed sowing.
Is the Grammata Bird Orchid Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Grammata Bird Orchid, 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.
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What Pests and Diseases Affect the Grammata Bird Orchid?
Grammata Bird Orchid is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, scale insects. 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.
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Grammata Bird Orchid 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 Chiloglottis genus — compare its care with other Chiloglottis species on PlantoScan.
Chiloglottis is part of the Orchidaceae plant family — browse all Orchidaceae genera and species.
Grammata Bird Orchid thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Chiloglottis grammata G.W.Carr, family Orchidaceae (first published in Indig. Fl. Fauna Assoc. Misc. Pap. 1: 20 (1991)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Grammata Bird Orchid, 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.
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