Pterostylis excelsa
Also known as: The Lofty Pterostylis or Pterostylis squamata var. valida Pterostylis valida Oligochaetochilus excelsus Oligochaetochilus validus in the subfamily: Orchidoideae
General Information
The Lofty Pterostylis is a cold growing orchid belonging to the sub family Orchidoideae. It is named after the prefers to its very long inflorescence.
Altitude
50 - 200 m
0
2500
Flower Size
3 - 3.5 cm
Small
Medium
Large
Temperature
0 - 8 °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 leaves
Flowers
Numerous blossoms appear during Winter and Spring
Blooming Season
- Spring
- Winter
Climate
Grows at low 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.
