Eulophia mumbwaensis

Also known as: The Mumbwa Eulophia in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Malawi Zaire - Angola

General Information

The Mumbwa Eulophia is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Malawi and Angola. It is named after a town in Central Zambia.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect lance shaped leaves

Substrate(s)

• Sand

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.