Habenaria chirensis

Also known as: The Shire' Habenaria or Bilabrella limpophila Habenaria limnophila in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: Cameroon Ethiopia Kenya Nigeria Uganda

General Information

The Shire' Habenaria is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Cameroon, Ethiopia, Kenya, Nigeria, and Uganda. The name refers to an area of Ethiopia.

Altitude
1100 - 2600 m
0
2500
Flower Size
2.5 - 2.5 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
16 - 22 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
36000 - 50000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect lance shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn and Spring

Blooming Season

  • Autumn
  • Spring

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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