Cranichis longipetiolata

Also known as: The Long in the subfamily: Spiranthoideae

Native to: Ecuador

General Information

The Long is a cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Spiranthoideae native to Ecuador. The name refers to the long petioles of the leaf.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect elliptic 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.