Platycoryne mediocris
Also known as: The Modest Platycoryne in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
Native to: Burundi Malawi
General Information
The Modest Platycoryne is a warm growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae native to Burundi and Malawi.
Altitude
200 - 1600 m
0
2500
Flower Size
2 - 2 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
16 - 22 °C
Cold
Cool
Intermediate
Warm
Hot
Light
36000 - 36000 lux
Full Shade
Low
Medium
High
Full Sun
Plant Description
Each new growth has numerous erect lance shaped, terete shaped leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Summer and Spring
Blooming Season
- Spring
- Summer
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.
