Cynorkis purpurea
Also known as: The Purple Cynorchis or Habenorkis purpurabenis in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
Native to: Madagascar
General Information
The Purple Cynorchis is a cool to hot growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Madagascar.
Altitude
570 - 2000 m
0
2500
Flower Size
2.2 - 2.2 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
9 - 30 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
8000 - 8000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous lance shaped leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Autumn
Blooming Season
- Autumn
- Summer
Climate
Grows at low to 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.
