Platanthera singgalangensis

Also known as: The Singgalang Platanthera in the subfamily: Orchidoideae

Native to: Malaysia Myanmar Philippines Thailand

General Information

The Singgalang Platanthera is a cold to warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, and Thailand. It is named after a town in western Sumatra.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Winter and Spring

Blooming Season

• Spring
• Winter

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.