Bonatea pulchella
Also known as: The Beautiful Bonatea in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
Native to: Mozambique
General Information
The Beautiful Bonatea is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Mozambique.
Altitude
1 - 800 m
0
2500
Flower Size
3 - 3 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
16 - 22 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
22000 - 22000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous erect leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn and Winter
Blooming Season
- Autumn
- Winter
Substrate(s)
- Sand
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.
