Fuertesiella pterichoides
Also known as: The Pterichis Like Fuertesiella or Cranichis grandiflora Fuertesiella grandiflora in the subfamily: Spiranthoideae
Native to: Cuba
General Information
The Pterichis Like Fuertesiella is a cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Spiranthoideae native to Cuba.
Altitude
1500 - 1800 m
0
2500
Temperature
9 - 15 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
8000 - 8000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has a single thick erect leaf
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Spring
Blooming Season
- Spring
- Summer
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.
