Malaxis abieticola

Also known as: The Long Spiked Malaxis or Microstylis tenuis in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Chihuahua - Mexico Oaxaca - Mexico

General Information

The Long Spiked Malaxis is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Mexico.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect elliptic leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Autumn

Blooming Season

• Autumn
• Summer

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.