Eulophia leachii

Also known as: Leach's Eulophia in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Namibia Zambia Zimbabwe

General Information

Leach's Eulophia is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe. It is named after the English Amatuer Botanist in Rhodesia and South Africa in the 1900's.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous leathery erect leaves

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.