Cryptostylis erecta
Also known as: The Erect Cryptostylis or The Bonnet Orchid in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
General Information
The Erect Cryptostylis is a cold to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae.
Altitude
0 - 600 m
0
2500
Flower Size
2.5 - 5 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
0 - 22 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
22000 - 22000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous leathery erect, lance shaped leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn and Winter
Blooming Season
- Autumn
- Winter
Climate
Grows at low 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.
