Brachystele widgrenii

Also known as: Widgren's Brachystele or Spiranthes atramentaria Brachystele atramentaria in the subfamily: Spiranthoideae

Native to: Argentina

General Information

Widgren's Brachystele is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Spiranthoideae native to Argentina.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect lance shaped leaves

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.