Habenaria medioflexa

Also known as: The Half Bent or Habenaria trichochila Fimbrorchis myriotricha var. confluens Habenaria myriotricha var. confluens in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: Cambodia Myanmar Thailand

General Information

The Half Bent is a warm to hot growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Cambodia, Myanmar and Thailand.

Plant Description

Grows to 4.5cm. Each new growth has numerous erect leaves that grow to 5-20cm long

Substrate(s)

• Fine
• Bark
• Spaghnum Moss
• Perlite
• Sand

Climate

Grows at low elevations. Rainfall ranges from 79mm to 330mm per day, heaviest in November and lightest in February. Humidity ranges from 74% to 82%, highest in October and lowest in February. Temperature ranges from 19C to 31C, highest in March (20C to 31C) and lowest in January (19C to 28C).

Watering

These orchids are sensitive to excessive watering and should only be watered when they look thirsty. Water infrequently and ensure that the roots are dry before watering. Keep an eye on them especially during hot weather as overwatering can lead to rot, whereas underwatering may result in wilting or shriveling, which while unattractive, will not kill the plant.

Fertiliser

dormant-medium-demand-orchid Use balanced fertiliser during Spring and Summer. Apply fertiliser regularly at half strength year round. Use a high Nitrogen fertiliser during Spring and Summer. Use a high Phosphorous fertiliser during Summer. Reduce fertiliser when plant is dormant.