Habenaria lavrensis

Also known as: The Lavras Habenaria in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: Brazil

General Information

The Lavras Habenaria is a cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Brazil. It is named after a range of mountains in Minas Gerais state of Brazil.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect lance shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Autumn

Blooming Season

• Autumn
• 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.