Dilochia rigida

Also known as: The Rigid Dilochia or Arundina gracilis Dilochia gracilis

General Information

The Rigid Dilochia is a monopodial cool to warm growing orchid.

Plant Description

Monopodial. Each new growth has numerous thick erect, rigid leaves

Flowers

Numerous fragrant blossoms appear

Fragrance

The orchid is fragrant.

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Climate

These orchids thrive in humid, cool, shady conditions with good airflow, they will be found under dense forest canopies where they will receive moderate sun exposure throughout the year.

When cultivated they will thrive in a cool, sheltered environment such as a shaded greenhouse, or if grown in cooler climates they can be grown in the garden in areas where they are protected from frost and receive shade throughout the year, though they may be able to tolerate some morning sun during winter.

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.