Cranichis sylvatica
Also known as: The Forest Living Cranichis or Macradenia mexicana Cranichis pseudociliata in the subfamily: Spiranthoideae
Native to: Belize Mexico
General Information
The Forest Living Cranichis is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Spiranthoideae native to Belize and Mexico.
Altitude
1000 - 1550 m
0
2500
Temperature
16 - 22 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
8000 - 8000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
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.
