Holothrix nyasae

Also known as: The Nyassa Holothrix or Holothrix nyasae var. blepharodactyla in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

General Information

The Nyassa Holothrix is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae. It is named after a Lake in between Tanzania, Malawi and Mozambique.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect elliptic, lance shaped leaves

Climate

Grows at low to 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.