Malaxis lowii
Also known as: Low's Malaxis in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
General Information
Low's Malaxis is a cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. It is named after the English Orchidist in the 19th century.
Altitude
1500 - 1500 m
0
2500
Flower Size
2 - 2 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 numerous thick elliptic leaves. The plant tends to climb or sprawl with each new growth
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn, Winter and Spring
Blooming Season
- Autumn
- Spring
- 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.
