Peristeria Elata-- Dove Orchids

Temperature:
Holy Ghost orchid needs the days temperature of average 77-82 °F (25-28 °C), and nights average 60-64 °F (15-18 °C), with a diurnal range of 15-20 °F (9-11°C). The warmest days of the year occur in spring. It is important for initiation of spikes to have a difference in temperatures between night and day. This can be achieved in the summer by sprinkling the leaves in the late afternoon or early evening for evaporative cooling.
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