Disa woodii

Also known as: Wood's Disperis in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: Mozambique Zimbabwe

General Information

Wood's Disperis is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Mozambique and Zimbabwe. It is named after the South African Botanist early in the 1900's.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect lance shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring

Climate

Grows at 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.