Hemipilia henryi

Also known as: Henry's Hemipilia or Hemipilia cordifolia var. cuneata Hemipilia amesiana Hemipilia cuneata in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

General Information

Henry's Hemipilia is a cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae. It is named after the Irish Plant Collector in China in the 19th century.

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.