Pleurothallis adonis

Also known as: Adonis' Pleurothallis in the subfamily: Epidendroideae

Native to: Departamento del Huila - Colombia

General Information

Adonis' Pleurothallis is a cold to cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Epidendroideae native to Colombia. It is named after the Mythological beautiful male.

Plant Description

Each new growth has a single erect leaf

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.