Diplomeris hirsuta
Also known as: The Hairy Diplomeris or Diplomeris hirsuta h.v. biflora Snow Orchid in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
General Information
The Hairy Diplomeris is a warm to hot growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae.
Altitude
200 - 750 m
0
2500
Flower Size
2.5 - 3 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
16 - 30 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
22000 - 22000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous erect rigid, oblong shaped leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Spring
Blooming Season
- Spring
- Summer
Substrate(s)
- Sand
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.
