Angraecum Magdalenae
$55.00
On offer is mature seedlings/near mature size
you will receive similar to the sample photo
Angraecum magdalenae is a rare, lithophytic orchid species endemic to Madagascar, prized for its large, fragrant white flowers and long nectar spur.
🌿 Botanical Overview
Scientific Name: Angraecum magdalenae
Common Names: Magdalena’s Angraecum, Snow-White Angraecum
Family: Orchidaceae
Growth Habit: Monopodial, lithophytic (sometimes epiphytic)
Native Range: Central Madagascar, typically found on or near quartzite boulders in leaf litter at elevations of 800–2000 m
🌸 Morphology & Flowering
Leaves: 6–8 short, fleshy-coriaceous, oblong-ligulate leaves with an unequally bilobed apex
Inflorescence: Short (2–3 cm), bracteate, arising from below the first leaf
Flowers:Size: 7.5–10 cm across
Colour: Pure white
Spur: Up to 10 cm long
Fragrance: Strongly sweet, especially at night
Blooming Season: Late spring to early summer
🌱 Cultivation Tips
Humid climate with a distinct wet and dry season, Angraecum magdalenae can thrive with careful microclimate management:
Light: Bright, filtered light (50–70% shade). Avoid direct midday sun.
Temperature: Intermediate to warm (15–30°C). Tolerates cooler nights if kept dry.
Humidity: 60–80% year-round. Use misting or humidity trays if needed.
Watering:
Wet season: Water regularly, allowing slight drying between waterings.
Dry season (winter): Reduce watering significantly to mimic native dormancy.
Mounting/Substrate: Best grown mounted on cork or tree fern slabs with moss, or in a well-draining mix (e.g., bark, perlite, charcoal) if potted.
Airflow: Essential to prevent fungal issues, especially during humid months.
Pollinated by long-tongued hawkmoths, attracted by the flower’s nocturnal fragrance and deep nectar spur—a classic example of co-evolution in Malagasy orchids.
This species is considered rare in cultivation and may be protected under CITES. It’s occasionally available through specialist orchid nurseries or conservation-focused growers.