Diuris parvipetala
Also known as: The Small Petaled Diuris or Diuris punctata var. parvipetala The Purple Donkey Orchid in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
General Information
The Small Petaled Diuris is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae.
Altitude
700 - 900 m
0
2500
Flower Size
1.7 - 2.2 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
0 - 15 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
22000 - 22000 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
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.
