Altensteinia virescens

Also known as: The Greenish Altensteinia or Prescottia crassicaulis in the subfamily: Spiranthoideae

Native to: Departamento del Huila - Colombia

General Information

The Greenish Altensteinia is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Spiranthoideae native to Colombia.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring

Climate

Grows at high elevations.

Fertiliser

These plants do well with slow release fertiliser at the rate of 2-3 pellets per cup (250ml) of media. Additional fertiliser during the growth period may be beneficial, but not necessary.