Galeola cathcartii
Also known as: Cathcart's Galeola or Galeola kerrii Galeola siamensis in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
Native to: Thailand
General Information
Cathcart's Galeola is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Thailand. It is named after the British Amatuer Botanist in India in the 19th century.
1 - 1000 m
0
2500
1.5 - 1.5 cm
Small
Medium
Large
16 - 22 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
8000 - 8000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Spring
Blooming Season
- Spring
- Summer
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.