Microchilus tridax

Also known as: Erythrodes purpurea Physurus purpureus in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: Belize Guatemala

General Information

Microchilus tridax is a warm to hot growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Belize and Guatemala.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect elliptic leaves. The plant tends to climb or sprawl with each new growth

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring
• Summer

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.