Disa tenella
Also known as: The Very Delicate Leafed Disa or Satyrium tenellum Orchis tenuifolia Disa tenella ssp. tenella Disa tenella ssp. pusilla in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
General Information
The Very Delicate Leafed Disa is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae.
Altitude
300 - 1200 m
0
2500
Flower Size
1.5 - 1.5 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
0 - 15 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
36000 - 50000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous erect leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Winter and Spring
Blooming Season
- Spring
- Winter
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.
