Nervilia macroglossa
Also known as: The Large Tongued Nervilia in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
General Information
The Large Tongued Nervilia is a cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.
Altitude
600 - 1800 m
0
2500
Flower Size
1 - 4 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
9 - 22 °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 lance shaped leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Spring
Blooming Season
- Spring
Climate
Grows at low to 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.
