Diuris platichila
Also known as: The Broad Diuris or Diuris flavopurpurea Diuris maculosissima Diuris goonooensis Diuris lineata Diuris cuneilabris Diuris curtifolia Diuris platychila in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
General Information
The Broad Diuris is a cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae.
Altitude
200 - 900 m
0
2500
Flower Size
3.5 - 4 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
9 - 15 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
0 - 36000 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.
