Myoxanthus gyas

Also known as: The Gyas Myoxanthus or Pleurothallis frutex var. robusta in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Peru

General Information

The Gyas Myoxanthus is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Peru. It is named after the Mythological god with 100 arms refering to the inflorescence with the protruding petals.

Altitude

2600 - 3400 m

2500

Flower Size

2 - 2 cm

Small

Medium

Large

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 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.