Helonoma bifida

Also known as: The Two Part Helonoma or Cyclopogon bifidus in the subfamily: Spiranthoideae

Native to: Guyana

General Information

The Two Part Helonoma is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Spiranthoideae native to Guyana.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect elliptic leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Winter and Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring
• Winter

Climate

These orchids thrive in cool, conditions with good airflow. When cultivated they will thrive in a cool, sheltered environment such as a shaded greenhouse, or if grown in cooler climates they can be grown in the garden in areas where they are protected from frost and receive shade throughout the year, though they may be able to tolerate some morning sun during winter.

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.