Baskervilla machupicchuensis
Also known as: The Macchu Picchu Baskervilla in the subfamily: Spiranthoideae
Native to: Peru
General Information
The Macchu Picchu Baskervilla is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Spiranthoideae native to Peru.
Altitude
2750 - 2750 m
0
2500
Temperature
0 - 8 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
8000 - 8000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous erect elliptic, 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.
