Benthamia spiralis

Also known as: The Spiraling Benthamia in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: Madagascar Mauritius

General Information

The Spiraling Benthamia is a cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Madagascar and Mauritius.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous lance shaped leaves

Climate

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.