Anoectochilus lylei

Also known as: Lyle's Anoectochilus in the subfamily: Spiranthoideae

Native to: Myanmar Thailand

General Information

Lyle's Anoectochilus is a cool to hot growing orchid belonging to the sub family Spiranthoideae native to Myanmar and Thailand. It is named after the Original discoverer of species.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn and Winter

Blooming Season

• Autumn
• Winter

Climate

These orchids thrive in humid, cool, shady conditions with good airflow, they will be found under dense forest canopies where they will receive moderate sun exposure throughout the year.

When cultivated they will thrive in a cool, sheltered environment such as a shaded greenhouse, or if grown in cooler climates they can be grown in the garden in areas where they are protected from frost and receive shade throughout the year, though they may be able to tolerate some morning sun during winter.

Grows at low to 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.