Is Night-scented Orchid safe for pets?

Yes, Night-scented Orchid (Epidendrum Nocturnum) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Night-scented Orchid easy to care for?

Night-scented Orchid has a medium care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and filtered_light or partial_shade light.

Can Night-scented Orchid grow indoors?

Night-scented Orchid is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Night-scented Orchid (Epidendrum Nocturnum) is a perennial herb in the Orchidaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and filtered_light or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Epidendrum nocturnum is an epiphytic orchid known for its fragrant night-blooming flowers.

Last updated: February 2026

Night-scented Orchid

Epidendrum Nocturnum

Epidendrum nocturnum is an epiphytic orchid known for its fragrant night-blooming flowers.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

perennial

Care Difficulty

Moderate

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

filtered_light, Partial Shade

Hardiness Zones

10-12

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

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Child Safe

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Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:bark, peat, sphagnum moss, other

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:specimen

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Night-scented Orchid

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Prune

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Fertilize

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Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Orchidaceae

Genus:Epidendrum