Diuris monticola
Also known as: The Mountain Golden Moths or The Highland Golden Moths in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
Native to: Australia
General Information
The Mountain Golden Moths is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Australia.
Altitude
800 - 1800 m
0
2500
Flower Size
2.5 - 2.5 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 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.
