Paracaleana hortiorum

Also known as: The Hort's Paracaleana in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: Australia

General Information

The Hort's Paracaleana is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Australia. It is named after the Australian discoverer of species.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect terete shaped leaf

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Winter and Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring
• Winter

Substrate(s)

• Coarse
• Sand

Climate

Grows at low 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.