Malaxis massonii
Also known as: Masson's Malaxis in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
Native to: Puerto Rico
General Information
Masson's Malaxis is a warm to hot growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Puerto Rico. It is named after the English original Collector of species in the 19th century.
Altitude
50 - 950 m
0
2500
Temperature
16 - 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 thick leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Autumn and Winter
Blooming Season
- Autumn
- Winter
Climate
Grows at low to 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.
