Calanthe judithiae

Also known as: Judith's Calanthe in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

Judith's Calanthe is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. It is named after the Mrs. O'Byrne, Orchid discoverer's wife.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect lance shaped, terete shaped 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.