Cranichis ciliilabia

Also known as: The Hairy Lipped Cranichis in the subfamily: Spiranthoideae

Native to: Mexico

General Information

The Hairy Lipped Cranichis is a cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Spiranthoideae native to Mexico.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn

Blooming Season

• Autumn

Climate

Grows at 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.