Caladenia leptochila

Also known as: The Delicate Lipped Caladenia or Arachnorchis leptochila ssp. dentata Caladenia leptochila ssp. dentata Caladenia leptochila ssp. leptochila in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

General Information

The Delicate Lipped Caladenia is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect leaf

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Winter and Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring
• Winter

Substrate(s)

• Coarse

Climate

Grows at low 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.