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Vanda arcuata is an species in the genus Vanda.
Description[]
Plant blooms in the spring with several 5 cm wide flowers. Flowers are fragrant with the scent of vanilla.
Distribution[]
Plants are found growing in north Sulawesi
Culture[]
Plants are best grown hanged in baskets and on mounted and require bright to full sunlight and warm temperatures. If hunged the roots must be watered frequently. Plants should be grown in media that is well drained such as tree fern fibers (for small plants), several pieces of coarse fir bark, or sphagnum moss.
Naming[]
Common Names: The Arched Vanda