Genus of about 200 species of monopoidal orchids, which are mostly evergreen and epiphytic. They have semirigid, linear to oblong leaves, produced in 2 ranks. Flowers are white, green or yellowish green. All the flowers have a spurred lip which encircles the column at its base, and the rostellum is bifid. Angraecum is easy to grow once good roots have been established. Most species appreciate a decided rest in cooler condition after flowering.Belongs to the group of monopodial orchids, having, usualy, a simple branchless stem, gaining height very slowly. The flowers produce a strong aroma in the nighttime.
Medium warmth, with slightly cooler winter tempterature, very humid air, needs shade from the direct sunlight, and a continuous flow of fresh air is essential. Grow epiphytically in epiphyptic orchid potting mix.
Water freely all year, sparingly in winter. Misting is necessary once or twice daily.
Not suitable for division, although robust species sometimes produce offsets, which may be detached after they have formed roots.
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