Platanthera biermanniana

Also known as: Biermann's Platanthera in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: Nepal

General Information

Biermann's Platanthera is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Nepal. It is named after the German Curator of Calcutta Botanical garden in the 19th century.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect lance shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Summer

Blooming Season

• Summer

Climate

Grows at 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.