Diphylax urceolata

Also known as: The Jug in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

General Information

The Jug is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae. The name refers to the spur.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect elliptic, oblong shaped leaf

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.