Hairy Fan Orchid Plant Care
Spiculaea ciliata Lindl.
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Spiculaea is a genus of plants defined by a single species, Spiculaea ciliata, commonly known as elbow orchid, and allied to the family Orchidaceae. Endemic to the south-west of Western Australia, the species is unusual in a number of respects; it grows in shallow soil on granite rock outcrops, grows and flowers in the hottest months of the year and has a unique method of using thynnid wasps as pollinators.
Bright indirect light
At a glance
How do you care for Hairy Fan Orchid?
Hairy Fan Orchid grows best in bright indirect light.
Where Is the Hairy Fan Orchid Native To?
What Is the Hairy Fan Orchid?
Hairy Fan Orchid (Spiculaea ciliata) belongs to the Orchidaceae family within the Spiculaea genus. Hairy Fan Orchid is native to the south-west of Western Australia, the species is unusual in a number of respects.
Hairy Fan Orchid displays an epiphytic, clumping orchid growth habit, reaching up to tall with a spread of approximately . Hairy Fan Orchid produces small, fragrant flowers in various colors.
What Light Does the Hairy Fan Orchid Need?
Hairy Fan Orchid thrives in bright indirect light. Avoid placing Hairy Fan Orchid in direct, harsh sunlight for extended periods, as this can scorch the foliage.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Hairy Fan Orchid?
Loose, well-draining orchid mix with bark and perlite. Good drainage is essential for Hairy Fan Orchid to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Do You Repot a Hairy Fan 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 Hairy Fan Orchid?
Hairy Fan Orchid can be propagated through division, back bulbs, keiki propagation.
Is the Hairy Fan Orchid Toxic to Pets and Children?
Pet safety not verified
The ASPCA does not list Hairy Fan 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.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Hairy Fan Orchid?
Hairy Fan Orchid 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.
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Hairy Fan 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 Spiculaea genus — compare its care with other Spiculaea species on PlantoScan.
Spiculaea is part of the Orchidaceae plant family — browse all Orchidaceae genera and species.
Hairy Fan Orchid thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Spiculaea ciliata Lindl., family Orchidaceae (first published in Sketch Veg. Swan R. : 56 (1840)) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: Pet safety not verified: the ASPCA does not list Hairy Fan 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.
- 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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