Holothrix longiflora
Also known as: The Long Flowered Holothrix or Holothrix lastii Holothrix medusa in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
Native to: Malawi
General Information
The Long Flowered Holothrix is a cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Malawi.
Altitude
1200 - 2200 m
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2500
Flower Size
2.5 - 2.5 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
9 - 22 °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 elliptic, lance shaped leaves
Flowers
Numerous fragrant blossoms appear during Winter
Fragrance
The orchid is fragrant.
Blooming Season
- Winter
- IsFragrant
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.
