Habenaria mossii
Also known as: Moss's Habenaria or Habenaria lithophila ssp. mossii in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
General Information
Moss's Habenaria is a cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae. It is named after the English Botanist late in the 19th century early in the 1900's.
Altitude
1200 - 1800 m
0
2500
Flower Size
1.25 - 1.25 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 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.
