Liparis wightiana

Also known as: Wight's Liparis or Leptorkis trimenii Liparis trimenii in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: India

General Information

Wight's Liparis is a cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to India. It is named after the British Surgeon and Botanist in the 19th century.

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Winter

Blooming Season

• Winter

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.