Habenaria splendens

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

Native to: Ethiopia Kenya Malawi Uganda Zambia

General Information

The Splendid Habenaria is a cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Uganda, and Zambia.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect 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.