Liparis liliifolia

Also known as: The Lily or Ophrys trifolia Liparis liliifolia f. viridiflora Cymbidium liliifolium Liparis lilifolia Anistylis convallaria Ophrys caroliniana in US - The Lily Leaves Twayblade The Mauve Sleekwort in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Canada

General Information

The Lily is a cold growing epiphytic orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Canada.

Temperature

0 - 8 °C

Cold

Cool

Intermediate

Warm

Hot

Light

22000 - 22000 lux

Full Shade

Low

Medium

High

Full Sun

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect elliptic leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Spring

Blooming Season

Spring
Summer

Care Notes

These orchids have a fine root system that can quickly die back if left dry for too long, but also does not like to be kept wet, so water regularly but ensure that the mix is dry before watering.

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.

Potting

These plants are quite forgiving and will do well repotted ever 2-3 years. The mix should be coarse, well draining, and allow space for air to move and for roots to grow.

Alternatively, these plants will also do well mounted to tree fern or cork slabs, or mounted to trees.

Best time for repotting or mounting the orchids is the end of winter when new growths start to appear. Avoid repotting during hot weather,