Pachyplectron neocaledonicum

Also known as: The New Caledonian Pachyplectron or Pachyplectron le-ratii Pachyplectron violaceum Physurus violaceus Pachyplectron leratii Physurus leratii Physurus le-ratii in the subfamily: Spiranthoideae

Native to: New Caledonia

General Information

The New Caledonian Pachyplectron is a cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Spiranthoideae native to New Caledonia.

Altitude

1 - 1200 m

2500

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 Autumn and Spring

Blooming Season

Autumn
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.