Imerinaea madagascarica
Also known as: The Madagascar Imerinaea or Phaius gibbosulus in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
Native to: Madagascar
General Information
The Madagascar Imerinaea is a cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Madagascar.
Altitude
1000 - 1500 m
0
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 a single erect lance shaped leaf
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn and Spring
Blooming Season
- Autumn
- Spring
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.
