Malaxis novogaliciana
Also known as: The New Galacia Malaxis in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
Native to: Chihuahua - Mexico Durango - Mexico Nayarit - Mexico Sinaloa - Mexico Zacatecas - Mexico
General Information
The New Galacia Malaxis is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Mexico. The name refers to northwestern Mexico.
Altitude
2000 - 2700 m
0
2500
Temperature
0 - 8 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
8000 - 8000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has a single erect elliptic leaf
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.
