Disa gladioliflora
Also known as: The Gladiola or Disa gladioliflora ssp. capricornis Disa gladioliflora ssp. gladioliflora Disa capricornis in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
Native to: South Africa
General Information
The Gladiola is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to South Africa.
Altitude
750 - 1300 m
0
2500
Flower Size
4 - 4 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
0 - 15 °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 leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn
Blooming Season
- Autumn
Substrate(s)
- Sand
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.
