Arethusa rosea

Also known as: The Pink Arethusa in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Mexico Nicaragua

General Information

The Pink Arethusa is a warm to hot growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Mexico and Nicaragua.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect lance shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn

Blooming Season

• Autumn

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.