Amitostigma hemipilioides

Also known as: The Hempil in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

General Information

The Hempil is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect oblong shaped leaf

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Autumn

Blooming Season

• Autumn
• Summer

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.