Malaxis acuminata
Also known as: The Gradually Tapering Malaxis in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
Native to: Bangladesh Bhutan Cambodia India Malaysia Thailand
General Information
The Gradually Tapering Malaxis is a cool to hot growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Bangladesh, Bhutan, Cambodia, India, Malaysia, and Thailand.
Altitude
2300 - 2300 m
0
2500
Flower Size
1 - 1 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
9 - 30 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
8000 - 8000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous erect lance shaped leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Summer
Blooming Season
- 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.
