Anoectochilus imitans
Also known as: The Imitative Anoectochilus or Anoectochilus vitiensis in the subfamily: Spiranthoideae
Native to: New Caledonia
General Information
The Imitative Anoectochilus is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Spiranthoideae native to New Caledonia.
16 - 22 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
8000 - 8000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous erect elliptic leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Winter and Spring
Blooming Season
- Spring
- Winter
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.