Himantoglossum formosum

Also known as: The Beautiful Himantoglossum or Orchis formosa Orchis mutabilis Loroglossum hircinum ssp. formosum in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: Armenia Georgia

General Information

The Beautiful Himantoglossum is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Armenia and Georgia.

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring

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.