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vanda × Aranda 'Peter Ewart' – Hybrid Orchid Cultivar
Taxonomic Classification:
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Family: Orchidaceae
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Genus: Vanda × Aranda
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Cultivar: 'Peter Ewart'
Description:
The Vanda × Aranda 'Peter Ewart' is a striking intergeneric orchid hybrid known for its vivid coloration, floriferous nature, and robust growth. As a cross between Vanda and Aranda (itself a cross between Arachnis and Vanda), this cultivar exhibits the best traits of both parental lineages—producing large, showy blooms with exceptional durability and a preference for high-light environments.
Morphological Features:
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Inflorescence: Erect to arching racemes, often bearing 8–15 blooms per spike.
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Flowers: Large (8–10 cm in diameter), star-shaped, with broad petals and a waxy texture. Coloration ranges from deep magenta to violet with variable spotting or tessellation.
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Leaves: Strap-like, leathery, and arranged in a distichous pattern typical of monopodial orchids.
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Stem: Monopodial growth habit with a strong central stem; aerial roots are prolific and assist in moisture absorption from the air.
Habitat & Cultivation Requirements:
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Light: High light levels (50–70% sunlight); partial direct sun recommended for optimal flowering.
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Temperature: Warm-growing; ideal range 20–30°C (68–86°F).
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Humidity: Prefers 60–80% relative humidity with good air circulation.
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Watering: Frequent watering during active growth; roots should not remain soggy.
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Medium: Often grown in baskets with coarse bark or mounted for optimal root aeration.
Blooming Season:
Blooms multiple times a year under optimal conditions, with individual flowers lasting up to 4 weeks.
Special Notes:
‘Peter Ewart’ is valued in horticulture for its vibrant aesthetic and hybrid vigor. It is a popular choice among collectors and commercial growers for use in tropical landscaping and orchid exhibitions.
| Plant Type | Hybrid |
| Flower Colour | Peach |
| Flower Size | 2-3 inches |
| Growing Difficulty | Medium |
| Plant Size | Matured/ Flowering Size |
| Conditions | Intermediate to Warm |
| Suitable for | Balcony Gardening / Home Gardening |
| Potting Media | Cocochips |
| Plant Dimensions | 10-15 Inches |
| Pot Dimensions | 5 inch slotted pot |
Disclaimer:
1. Colors, patterns, and sizes of flowers may vary due to the natural variations found in hybrids or species.
2. During shipping, buds or flowers may dry up or wilt in transit after packing.
3. Local climate, seasonal changes, and nutrition can influence the brightness and color intensity of the flowers.
4. Although we strive to accurately match the actual colors of the flowers, photographs may not perfectly represent them due to different monitor settings.
