Caladenia prolata

Also known as: The Long Leaf Fingers Orchid or Petalochilus prolatus in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

General Information

The Long Leaf Fingers Orchid is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring

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.