Anoectochilus 'Silver Heart'

A refined and well-known cultivar of Anoectochilus, ‘Silver Heart’ is prized for its dark, velvety foliage highlighted by a broad, silvery central venation. The contrast between the deep green leaf surface and metallic silver patterning gives this plant a strong, balanced appearance that suits both collectors and first-time jewel orchid growers.

Care

• Light: Bright filtered light or light shade. Avoid direct sun.
• Water: Keep evenly moist at all times. Do not allow to dry out.
• Temperature: Warm growing. Ideally 18–28 °C.
• Humidity: Moderate to high humidity preferred.
• Media: Fine, moisture-retentive but free-draining mix. Moss-based media suits well.
• Feeding: Very light feeding during active growth only.

Key Characteristics

• Foliage: Dark green velvety leaves with prominent silver central veining
• Growth Habit: Creeping terrestrial orchid
• Plant Size: Compact, slow-growing
• Colour Expression: Stable and consistent across plants
• Best Use: Terrariums or protected indoor growing