Cranichis lehmanniana

Also known as: Lehmann's Cranichis or Cranichis cucullata Cranichis pastoensis in the subfamily: Spiranthoideae

General Information

Lehmann's Cranichis is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Spiranthoideae. It is named after the German Counsel in Colombia in the 19th century.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect elliptic, lance shaped leaves

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.