Disperis villosa
Also known as: The Hirsute Disperis or Moederkappie - Oumakappie - Babakappie in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
General Information
The Hirsute Disperis is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae.
Altitude
20 - 210 m
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2500
Flower Size
1.25 - 1.25 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
0 - 8 °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 elliptic leaves
Flowers
Numerous fragrant blossoms appear during Winter
Fragrance
The orchid is fragrant.
Blooming Season
- Winter
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Climate
Grows at low 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.
