Phaius australis
Also known as: The Southern Phaius in the subfamily: Epidendroideae
General Information
The Southern Phaius is a cool to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae.
Altitude
5 - 1100 m
0
2500
Flower Size
6 - 10 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
9 - 22 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
22000 - 36000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous erect leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Winter and Spring
Blooming Season
- Spring
- Winter
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.
