Eulophia welwitschii

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

Native to: Zaire - Angola Zambia

General Information

Welwitsch's Eulophia is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Angola and Zambia. It is named after the Austrian Botanist in the 19th century.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous leathery erect, rigid leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring
• Summer

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.

Potting

Repotting is best done annually.