Disa perplexa

Also known as: The Perplexing Disa in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: Kenya Malawi Nigeria Zambia

General Information

The Perplexing Disa is a cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, and Zambia.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect lance shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring
• Summer

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.