Bletia ensifolia
Also known as: The Sword in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
Native to: Durango - Mexico Jalisco - Mexico Nayarit - Mexico
General Information
The Sword is a cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Mexico.
Altitude
1500 - 2500 m
0
2500
Flower Size
3 - 3 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
9 - 22 °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 leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Autumn
Blooming Season
- Autumn
- Summer
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.
