Habenaria lithophila
Also known as: The Rock or Habenaria macowaniana Habenaria petri Habenaria bolusiana in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
Native to: Malawi
General Information
The Rock is a cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Malawi.
Altitude
800 - 2800 m
0
2500
Flower Size
1.5 - 1.5 cm
Small
Medium
Large
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 numerous thick erect, lance shaped leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Summer
Blooming Season
- 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.
