Pachites appressus
Also known as: The Pushed Close Pachites in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
Native to: South Africa
General Information
The Pushed Close Pachites is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to South Africa. The name refers to the flowers being pressed against the inflorescence.
Altitude
450 - 1000 m
0
2500
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
Blooming Season
- Summer
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.
