Malaxis sagittata

Also known as: The Arrow in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

General Information

The Arrow is a cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae. The name refers to the flowers shape.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring

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.