Dancing Ladies Orchid (Gomesa Flexuosa) is a perennial epiphytic orchid in the Orchidaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and partial shade or filtered_light light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Gomesa flexuosa is a pseudobulbous epiphytic orchid known for its bright yellow flowers with brown to dark purple spots, often called 'dancing ladies' due to the shape of its flowers.

Dancing Ladies Orchid

Dancing Ladies Orchid

Gomesa Flexuosa

Gomesa flexuosa is a pseudobulbous epiphytic orchid known for its bright yellow flowers with brown to dark purple spots, often called 'dancing ladies' due to the shape of its flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
epiphytic orchid
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Partial Shade, filtered_light
Hardiness Zones
10-12

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
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Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:bark-based orchid mix, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen plant, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Dancing Ladies Orchid

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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:Gomesa