Corybas neocaledonicus
Also known as: The New Caledonian Corybas or Corysanthes neocaledonica in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
Native to: New Caledonia
General Information
The New Caledonian Corybas is a cool to hot growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to New Caledonia.
Altitude
200 - 1250 m
0
2500
Flower Size
1.25 - 1.25 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
9 - 30 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
8000 - 8000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has a single erect leaf
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn and Winter
Blooming Season
- Autumn
- Winter
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.
Be sure to flush out excess fertiliser by running water through the media regularly during Autumn and Winter.