Gomphichis caucana

Also known as: The Cauca Gomphichis or Gomphichis huilaensis Stenoptera huilaensis Gomphichis foliosa in the subfamily: Spiranthoideae

Native to: Departamento del Huila - Colombia

General Information

The Cauca Gomphichis is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Spiranthoideae native to Colombia. The name refers to the department of Colombia where it is found.

Altitude
2700 - 3800 m
0
2500
Temperature
0 - 8 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
8000 - 8000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous thick erect, lance shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer, Winter and Spring

Blooming Season

  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Winter

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.

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