Disa bivalvata

Also known as: The Two or Serapias melaleuca Penthea melaleuca Disa melaleuca in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: South Africa

General Information

The Two is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to South Africa.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect leaves

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.