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Product Description
Rhynchostylis Retusa Alba, commonly known as the White Foxtail Orchid, is an exquisite orchid variety prized for its elegant, fragrant white blooms. Perfect for home gardeners and orchid enthusiasts, this heirloom variety adds sophistication and charm to indoor and outdoor container gardens. Its long-lasting flowers make it a standout feature for ornamental displays.
Features:
Rhynchostylis Retusa Alba variety
Produces fragrant, elegant white blooms
Easy-to-grow under suitable conditions
Ideal for indoor and outdoor container gardens
Adds a touch of sophistication to home garden displays
Specifications:
Plant Type: Perennial orchid
Height: 12–18 inches
Bloom Time: Late winter to spring
Light Requirements: Bright, indirect light
Soil Preference: Well-draining orchid medium
Zones: Suitable for indoor cultivation or USDA zones 10–11 outdoors
Planting Season: Year-round for indoor sowing; spring for outdoor planting in frost-free climates
Planting & Sowing Instructions:
Indoor Sowing: Sow seeds in a well-draining orchid mix. Keep the medium slightly moist and maintain bright, indirect light. Germination may take several weeks.
Transplanting: Once seedlings establish roots, transfer to individual pots or orchid baskets.
Outdoor Sowing: In frost-free climates, sow in shaded, well-draining areas during spring. Protect young plants from direct sun and harsh weather.
Care Tips: Water moderately, allowing the medium to dry slightly between waterings. Maintain high humidity and good air circulation. Regularly monitor for pests and remove spent flowers to promote healthy growth.

Life Cycle
Perennial epiphytic orchid
Planting Season
Warm season
Growth Habit
Upright, clump-forming orchid
Flavor Profile
Not edible
Plant Characteristics
Cascading flower spikes with pure white, fragrant blooms
Use
Premium ornamental displays, indoor gardens, orchid collections
Growing Conditions
Warm temperatures, high humidity, excellent air circulation
Harvest Advantages
Long-lasting blooms with exceptional ornamental value
Plant Resistance
Heat tolerant when humidity is maintained
Scientific Name: Rhynchostylis retusa (Alba)
Seed Names
Rhynchostylis retusa alba
Seed Type
Heirloom, Non-GMO
Heirloom Rhynchostylis retusa alba, often called the White Foxtail Orchid, is a highly prized orchid known for its dramatic pendant flower spikes and refined white blossoms with gentle fragrance. This heirloom, GMO-free variety thrives in warm, humid environments with bright filtered light. Slow-growing but exceptionally rewarding, it is ideal for dedicated home gardeners and orchid enthusiasts seeking a truly premium flowering plant.
Light Requirement
Bright indirect light / filtered sun
Planting Depth
Surface sow (do not cover seeds)
Sowing Method
Nursery trays or sterile orchid media
Plant Spacing
8–12 inches
Days to Maturity
1095–1825 days (3–5 years)
Soil Preparation
No soaking; sterile sowing conditions recommended
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 10–11 (grown indoors elsewhere)
Water Needs
Moderate to regular moisture with high humidity
Planting Season
Spring to early summer
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
100
up to 10 sq ft
500
up to 40 sq ft
1000
up to 100 sq ft