Cryptostylis acutata

Also known as: The Pointed Cryptostylis or Cryptostylis acutata var. borneensis Cryptostylis acutata var. acutata in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

General Information

The Pointed Cryptostylis is a cold to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous thick erect, terete shaped 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.