Disperis tysonii

Also known as: Tyson's Disperis or Disperis tysonii h.f. alba Disperis kermesina Disperis bicolor in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: Lesotho

General Information

Tyson's Disperis is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Lesotho. It is named after the School teacher and amatuer Botanist in the 19th century.

Altitude
1500 - 3100 m
0
2500
Flower Size
0.8 - 1.5 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
0 - 8 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
36000 - 36000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect leaves

Flowers

Numerous fragrant blossoms appear during Summer

Fragrance

The orchid is fragrant.

Blooming Season

  • Summer

Fragrant:
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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.

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