Habenaria livingstoniana

Also known as: Livingstone's Habenaria in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: Malawi

General Information

Livingstone's Habenaria is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Malawi. It is named after the Scottish Explorer in Africa in the 19th century and originating from the Livingstone escarpment in Malawi.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous 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.