Megastylis paradoxa
Also known as: The Paradoxical Megastylis or Phaius paradoxus Lyperanthus humboldtianus in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
General Information
The Paradoxical Megastylis is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae. The name refered to its tenuous position within the genus Phaius.
Altitude
1350 - 1600 m
0
2500
Flower Size
4 - 5 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
0 - 8 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
36000 - 36000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous erect leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Spring
Blooming Season
- Spring
- 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.
