Pristiglottis elongata

Also known as: The Elongate Pritiglottis in the subfamily: Spiranthoideae

General Information

The Elongate Pritiglottis is a cool growing orchid belonging to the sub family Spiranthoideae. The name refers to the elongate lip.

Plant Description

Each new growth has numerous erect lance shaped, oblong shaped leaves

Flowers

Numerous blossoms appear during Winter

Blooming Season

• 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.