- Light
- Bright light; exact intensity varies across the genus
- Water
- Water freely in active growth, then follow the species' documented rest cycle
- Temperature
- Species range from cool to warm; avoid assuming one winter regime for all (12–30°C)
- Humidity
- Moderate humidity with strong airflow (40–70%)
- Potting medium
- Open orchid bark or mounted culture suited to the root system
- Drainage
- Immediate drainage around the roots
- Feeding
- Weak orchid fertilizer during active cane and root growth
- Pruning and grooming
- Do not remove leafless green canes; they store energy and may flower again
- Seasonal rhythm
- Many nobile-type species require a cooler, drier winter rest; warm types do not
- Propagation
- Division or keikis once they have their own roots
- Travel planning
- Seven days is typical in active growth; dormant plants may remain dry longer
- Common watch-outs
- Spider mites · Mealybugs · Scale insects · Fungus gnats when the root zone stays too wet · Root rot from poor drainage · Leaf spotting where foliage remains wet without airflow