Anacamptis cyrenaica

Also known as: The Cyprus Anacamptis or Orchis melchifafii Vermeulenia papilionacea var. cyrenaica Orchis papilionacea var. cyrenaica in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

General Information

The Cyprus Anacamptis is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae.

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring

Climate

Grows at low 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.